TROPICAL PLANT ENCYCLOPEDIA

Sclerocarya birrea

Marula
Family: Anacardiaceae
Origin: South Africa
Big tree taller than 20 ft

Plant attracts butterflies, hummingbirds

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The marula is a medium-sized to large deciduous tree with an erect trunk and rounded crown. The fruit is edible, eaten either fresh or made into a delicious jelly.

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