Botanical name | Afzelia quanzensis |
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Plant Care |
![]() Deciduous
Deciduous – Sheds Its Leaves Annually ![]() Full Sun
Full Sun – Prefers 6 or more hours of sun per day. ![]() Frost Sensitive
Frost Sensitive – Will Get Damaged and Possibly Killed During Periods of Frost. ![]() Low Watering
Low Watering – Requires Little Water. ![]() Indigenous
Indigenous – Originates in South Africa. |
Size | |
Categories | |
Flowers | October November December Sprays of pinkish-red flowers appear in early summer. |
Common name(s) | Pod mahogany |
Origin | |
Fruit | This tree carries large woody pods with attractive seeds. |
Growth rate | Fast |
Interesting info | Tolerates salt laden air |
Other languages | Peulmahonie (A) Inkehli (Z) Mutokota (V) |
Afzelia quanzensis (Pod mahogany)
- Botanical name: Afzelia quanzensis
- Common name(s): Pod mahogany
- Categories: Trees
Plant description:
A handsome tree with a spreading crown. Sprays of pinkish-red flowers appear in early summer, followed by large, woody pods with attractive seeds. Tolerates salt-laden winds. Slow growing.
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Afzelia quanzensis requirements and features

Moderate Maintenance
Requires moderate maintenance.
October November December Sprays of pinkish-red flowers appear in early summer.