Podo

KES. 580.00

Botanical name: Afrocarpus (Podocarpus) falcatus

Known in Swahili as Mzambarau, Podo, or East African Yellow-wood, is a large tree of moist highlands and has been harvested extensively for timber.

Grows up to 35m, common in the forests on the slopes of Mt. Kenya. Slow growing, once established the make good ornamental trees and potted plants when juvenile. It is considered an important indigenous tree in Kenya. This tree guide provides valuable information about indigenous trees native to Kenya such as the Prunus and Sacred Mugumo.

9 in stock

 

Description

Botanical name: Afrocarpus (Podocarpus) falcatus

Commonly known as yellowwood or mzambarau, the Podo is valued for its choice qualities for making ships and boats. Surprisingly its timber is also great for the construction of musical instruments and for making toys.

You shall receive a seedling of the Podo in a plastic bag.

Height; 30 cm

Additional information

Weight .5 kg
Dimensions 10 × 10 × 30 cm
Manufacturers

Nanjala Blooms

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