Sapotaceae

Synsepalum subverticillatum

Native species library

Not currently in the nursery

We can propagate most native species on request — get in touch to discuss timeline and quantity.

About

This plant is a shrub or tree native to southeastern Kenya, growing in seasonally dry tropical biomes. It is characterised by flowers with induplicate corolla lobes, a corolla tube featuring five longitudinal grooves, and acicular persistent stipules.

Where it works in Kilifi

Native to southeastern Kenya, this shrub or tree thrives in seasonally dry tropical biomes, making it suitable for ecological restoration in the Kilifi region.

Sources

Researched with web grounding from: kew.org, bioone.org. Please verify with local knowledge before relying on these notes.