Cordyla africana | Wild-mango | Wildemango trees for sale

Wild-mango is a large, fast growing, evergreen tree with a straight, single trunk and  spreading crown. It has a medium aggressive root system.  The tree's dark green,  once divided leaves makes for a showy appearance. In addition it bears striking, orange-yellow flowers (not in abundance) which develops into edible fruit, about the size of a golf ball. Cordyla africana is slightly frost sensitive and require modest water. It is a beautiful tree for a large garden and will provide shade year round. An undiscovered jewel.   

Value to honeybees: Nectar, N0-2?;  Pollen, P0-1;  Flowering months 8-10.   (See  blog-post "The bee-value of South Africa's trees" for an explanation of codes)