Sarcocephalus latifolius (African Peach)

Sarcocephalus latifolius (African Peach) pink textured fruit close up on a branch
Sarcocephalus latifolius (African Peach) round textured pink fruit hanging from a woody stem

Botanical names: Sarcocephalus latifolius, Nauclea latifolia

Common names: African Peach, Pin Cushion Tree

Family: Rubiaceae

Origin: Tropical Africa and Asia

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 7-10

Plant type: Fruit or edible
Fruit type: Fruit or edible
Large shrub 5-10 ft tallSmall tree 10-20 ftPlant form: Large bush or small tree
Plant mature sizeMature height: 10-20 ft
Full sunSemi-shadeSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade
Cold toleranceCold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
White, off-white flowersFlower color: White and off-white
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
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Nauclea latifolia bears an interesting flower

flower, a large ball with long projecting stamens. The fruit is red, edible, but not appealing.

Similar plants: Sarcocephalus latifolius (African Peach)


Sarcocephalus latifolius (African Peach) with shiny green leaves in a close up plant shot
Sarcocephalus latifolius (African Peach) showing large green oval leaves with visible red stems and veins.
Sarcocephalus latifolius (African Peach) plant with large green leaves and a round brown fruit.
Sarcocephalus latifolius (African Peach) shows large green leaves and a round brown fruit near branches.
Sarcocephalus latifolius (African Peach) tree with green leaves and small round red fruit.
Sarcocephalus latifolius (African Peach) with dense green foliage and clusters of round red fruit.
Sarcocephalus latifolius (African Peach) tree with green leaves providing shade during a sunny day
Sarcocephalus latifolius (African Peach) large tree with dense foliage canopy shading a white bench


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