Dovyalis caffra (Kei Apple) - Image 12

Botanical name: Dovyalis caffra

Common name: Kei Apple

Family: Salicaceae    (Formerly:Flacourtiaceae)

Origin: Southwest Africa

USDA Plant Hardiness MapPlant used for bonsaiLarge shrub 5-10 ft tallSmall tree 10-20 ftFull sunWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyYellow, orange flowersThorny or spinyEdible plantSeaside, salt tolerant plant
Dovyalis caffra (Kei Apple) yellow fruit close up amidst dark green waxy foliage branches
Dovyalis caffra (Kei Apple) yellow fruit hanging between dense dark green glossy waxy round leaves


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