Sausage Tree (Kigelia africana)
Kigelia africana, the Sausage Tree, is a striking African tree known for its large, sausage-shaped fruits and unique, maroon flowers that bloom at night.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Watering
Water regularly, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Soil
Prefers well-draining, fertile soil. Tolerates a range of soil types but dislikes waterlogged conditions.
Temperature
Thrives in warm temperatures.
Habitat
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Fertilizer
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season.
Care Requirements
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Protect young trees from intense midday sun.
Water regularly, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Reduce watering in cooler months.
Prefers well-draining, fertile soil. Tolerates a range of soil types but dislikes waterlogged conditions.
Thrives in warm temperatures.
Ideal range is 20-30°C.
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season.
Reduce feeding in winter.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Tree
Plant Category
Flowering, Fruit, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
10-18 m
Spread
6-10 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
None
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Compound
Flower Size
5-10 cm
Image Gallery
- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderLamiales
- familyBignoniaceae
- genusKigelia
- speciesKigelia africana
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No