Please don't forget to look after the tree. Place a sign near the tree to tell others about the person you wish to honour. A tall tree that grows up to 30metres and is found in widely scattered forests. It has smooth light brown bark and shiny dark green leaves. The fleshy fruits are green, maturing to red and are relished by fruit eating birds.
Thickbilled weavers break the seed and eat the kernel.
A good indoor plant, as it does not require much light. Host to Charaxes and Snout butterflies. A fairly hardy, evergreen, small decorative tree with sprays of white flowers and red seeds. It grows between 5 and 8 metres tall. The new growth leaves are red, and this most attractive tree maintains these beautiful red colours throughout the growing season.