Cordia Africana.
Sudan Teak.
Cordia Africana is a broad leaved evergreen tree that grows up to thirty meters high. The tree is native to Africa and is characterized by its almost circular broad leaves, bright white flowers and small yellow fruits, which are edible. The seeds have produce a sticky colorless substance which looks like paper glue.
The Cordia Africana tree is slow maturing tree and takes upwards of twenty years to mature. The tree can be planted in all regions across Kenya.
Traditional African communities mostly preferred using wood from the Cordia Africana tree to make drums and other furnishings. Timber from the Cordia tree is highly preferred by carpenters in making floor boards, window furnishings and other exquisite furniture. When mature, the Cordia tree acts as an attraction for bees due to its capacity to produce high amount of flowers and nectar. Farmers considering engaging in apiculture should seriously consider the Cordia Africana tree.
Bitern nurseries is selling planting ready Cordia Africana seedlings and seeds. You can reach us through 0721661410 0r biternnurseries@gmail.com. Deliveries are done countrywide at customers cost.