Celtis africana
white stinkwood
Description
Celtis africana, the African white stinkwood, is a deciduous tree native to Africa. It has a broad, rounded crown, providing ample shade. The bark is smooth and greyish, often with characteristic horizontal markings. The leaves are ovate and turn yellow in the autumn before they fall. The tree produces small, inconspicuous flowers. It's followed by small, round, orange-yellow fruits that attract birds and other wildlife. The wood is strong and flexible. The African white stinkwood thrives in various soil types, including those that are well-drained. To cultivate, select a sunny location and provide regular watering until established, the tree is drought-tolerant once established.
Description
Celtis africana, the African white stinkwood, is a deciduous tree native to Africa. It has a broad, rounded crown, providing ample shade. The bark is smooth and greyish, often with characteristic horizontal markings. The leaves are ovate and turn yellow in the autumn before they fall. The tree produces small, inconspicuous flowers. It's followed by small, round, orange-yellow fruits that attract birds and other wildlife. The wood is strong and flexible. The African white stinkwood thrives in various soil types, including those that are well-drained. To cultivate, select a sunny location and provide regular watering until established, the tree is drought-tolerant once established.