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Description

A small to medium sized evergreen tree growing to 4-30 feet. Branches are covered in small hairs and usually have spines. Male and female flowers occur on separate plants. Fruits usually appear from November through May in its native range. Overall, the tree is similar to the kei apple, but tends to show tree-like growth unlike the kei apple, which tends to be bushy.

Hardiness

Frost hardy for brief periods of time. Exact minimum hardiness is unknown.

Growing Environment

Grow in full sun. Plants show good drought tolerance once established.

Propagation

By seeds, which will produce either male or female plants. Both are needed for fruit production.

Uses

Fruits can be eaten fresh or used in preserves.

Native Range

Native to both South Africa and Zimbabwe.

Related Species

Salicaceae
	Azara petiolaris Holly Azara		Dovyalis abyssinica Dovyalis abyssinica
	Dovyalis caffra Kei Apple		Dovyalis hebecarpa Ketembilla
	Dovyalis zeyheri Wild Apricot		Flacourtia indica Governor's Plum
	Flacourtia inermis Louvi		Flacourtia jangomans Indian Plum
	Flacourtia rukam Rukam