East African Mahogany (Khaya anthotheca)
Khaya anthotheca, East African Mahogany, is a large, fast-growing hardwood tree native to tropical Africa, prized for its timber and ornamental value.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Soil
Well-draining, fertile soil. Tolerates a range of soil types but prefers loamy or sandy loam.
Temperature
Thrives in warm temperatures.
Habitat
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Fertilizer
Feed during the growing season.
Care Requirements
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Needs bright light to thrive.
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Water more frequently during active growth.
Well-draining, fertile soil. Tolerates a range of soil types but prefers loamy or sandy loam.
Thrives in warm temperatures.
Ideal range is 20-30°C; avoid frost.
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Feed during the growing season.
Use a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Tree
Plant Category
Foliage, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
25-40 m
Spread
10-20 m
Growth Rate
Fast
Dormancy
None
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Compound
Flower Size
0.5-1 cm
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderSapindales
- familyMeliaceae
- genusKhaya
- speciesKhaya anthotheca
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No
No significant toxicity reported for pets or humans.