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Dovyalis caffra

Kei Apple - Dovyalis caffra
Kei Apple - Dovyalis caffra
Kei Apple - Dovyalis caffra

Common names: kei apple (English); umqokolo (Zulu); kei-appel (Afrikaans). 
Botanical name: Dovyalis caffra

Dovyalis caffra, also known as Kei-apple, is a versatile evergreen fruit tree or shrub native to southern Africa. It is drought- and frost-resistant, making it an easy plant to grow, suitable for various soil types and sun exposure. The tree produces fruits that are loved by birds and other animals, and its leaves are used as fodder. It can be cultivated as a border, screen, or an impenetrable hedge. The fruits are edible and can be used to make excellent jam. The plant is easily propagated from seeds, and is a fast grower.

Uses & Benefits: food, hedge, pot plant

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Family: Salicaceae
Type: tree
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