Scientific name(s) | Melicoccus bijugatus |
Possible age | |
Full grown height | 18m |
Food source for | Pollinators (flowers), may other animals (fruits) |
Special feature | |
Ecological significance |
A tree in the soapberry family which grows as an evergreen, rather slow-growing tree.
Its flowers consist of delicate and very aromatic white petals that attract many pollinators. The fruits contain yellowish translucent pulp and are popular with many wild animals.