Chrysobalanaceae
Parinari excelsa
Grey Plum · Mgeye
Not currently in the nursery
We can propagate most native species on request — get in touch to discuss timeline and quantity.
About
This large evergreen tree is prized for its dense, spreading canopy, providing significant shade. It produces distinctive plum-like fruits with a rough, scaly skin, which are relished for their sweet-sour, edible pulp.
Where it works in Kilifi
Ideal as a majestic specimen tree or for creating ample shade in large Kilifi gardens and parks, it thrives in full sun and various well-drained soils. Its large size necessitates generous spacing, making it unsuitable for small plots.
Growing notes
This tree exhibits a moderate to fast growth rate and, once established, is quite drought-tolerant, requiring minimal supplementary watering. It is generally hardy, but ensure it has plenty of room to develop its impressive canopy.
Sources
Drafted from: Gemini 2.5 Flash. Please verify with local knowledge before relying on these notes.