Care of the tree Kiggelaria africana or Wild peach |
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The genus Kiggelaria, family Achariaceae, comprised 9 species of shrubs and trees native to Africa. Currently only one species is included: Kiggelaria africana. Common name: Wild peach. This species is native to eastern and southern Africa. They are low-branched, wide-crowned trees that reach 10 meters (32.8 feet) in height. The leaves are ovo-lanceolate in shape and are bright green on the upper surface and greyish green on the underside. The flowers appear in clusters, are bell-shaped and greenish-yellow in color. They bloom from spring to summer. Wild peach is used to form screens and as a shade tree; it's ideal for Mediterranean coastal gardens. Kiggelaria africana needs full sun exposure and a Mediterranean climate. It resists frosts down to -2 ºC (28.4 ºF). Wild peach can grow in rocky soils but prefers well-drained soil that contains organic matter. Kiggelaria africana resists drought quite well; water moderately waiting for the substrate to dry. Fertilize with manure or compost in the fall. Prune only if you want to achieve a tree size. Wild peach is a plant resistant to pests and diseases. Kiggelaria africana propagates from seeds sown in spring and by cuttings in early summer. |
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