Dovyalis caffra (Kei Apple) - Image 21

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 flower clusters on a green branch in close up view
Dovyalis caffra (Kei Apple) yellow flowers growing along a woody branch with thick green leaves attached


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