A medium to large, deciduous tree appreciated for its edible fruit, seeds, medicine and other assets around villages and farm areas.  Many fruit farming communities plant a few of these trees to lure pollinators to their farm early in Spring.

It bears fruit from Summer to Autumn and its red and yellow flowers bloom from Spring to Summer.  Often used as a feature tree in garden landscapes and can be pruned to bonsai.

• Young trees need to be protected from frost
• Tolerates temperatures as low as -35°c
• Estimated height: 9-17m
• Estimated width: 8-15m
• Drought-resistant
• Disease susceptibility: aphids

Pollen compatibility: Two types are needed for pollination.

Water requirements: Water every 2-3 days depending on the season.

Fun facts: The natural oil that gets extracted from Marula trees can be used as an antioxidant, for emollient and moisturizing.