Dovyalis caffra - Kei-apple Kei-appel

Dovyalis caffra

Kei-apple

This plant has long spikes that are often used as a security hedge.

Description

Its tasty fruit makes it an excellent fodder tree perfect for a wildlife-friendly garden.  Often used as a security hedge due to its extensive and impenetrable spikes.

Suitable for container planting in a position that receives sunlight on your balcony or courtyard.  It has excellent wind tolerance and can grow up to 60cm per year.

  • Tolerates temperatures as low as -2°c
  • Estimated height: 3-9m
  • Estimated width: 3-4m
  • Drought-resistant

Additional Information

Information
Details
Botanical Name
Dovyalis caffra
Common Name
Kei-apple
Also Known As
Kei-appel
SA Tree No​
507
Tree Type
Evergreen
Attracts
Birds, Bees, Butterflies
Features
Wind Break, Screening, Fodder Tree
Flowering Season
Summer
Focal
No
Fragrant
No
Frost Tolerance
Hardy
Fruiting Season
Summer
Growth Rate
Medium >250mm, Fast >500mm
Minimal Leaf Shedding
No
Origin
Indigenous
Soil pH
5 – 8
Root System
Not Aggressive
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam, Clay, Well Drained
Suitable Garden Size
Small, Medium, Large
Suitable Planting Area
Full Sun, Semi-Shade

Aloes & Trees

Size
Height
Trunk Thickness
20L
1.0m – 1.2m
5mm – 15mm
40L
1.3m – 1.8m
12mm – 20mm
50L
1.3m – 1.9m
15mm – 25mm
100L
1.8m – 2.5m
20mm – 30mm
250L
2.5m – 4.0m
30mm – 50mm
500L
4.0m – 7.0m
50mm – 120mm
1000L
6.0m – 10.0m
80mm – 120mm
E.O.G
5.0m – 12.0m
Variable

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