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Kei Apple Tree (Dovyalis caffra)

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  • Scientific Name: Dovyalis caffra — Kei Apple.

  • Native Home: Southern Africa.

  • Height: 3–8 metres.

  • Lifespan: Several decades.

Uses and Harvesting

  • Timber: Occasionally used for small wooden items and fuel.

  • Harvesting: Golden-yellow fruits are hand-picked when ripe.

  • Age to Harvest: Around 3–5 years from planting.

  • Products: Fruit preserves, jams, jellies, juices, and hedging plants.

History and Global Production

  • Traditional Use: Grown in southern Africa for its edible, tart fruits and protective thorny hedges.

  • Global Spread: Cultivated in warm regions of Africa, Australia, and other subtropical areas.

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