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Sausage tree, botanically known as Kigelia africana, is a tropical ornamental tree valued for its spreading canopy and distinctive fruit. It develops a broad crown with compound leaves and produces large, pendulous flowers followed by long, sausage-shaped fruits. This plant thrives in warm, tropical climates and performs best in full sun with well-drained soil. It is commonly grown in gardens, parks, and landscape settings, where it establishes from seeds under warm conditions and grows steadily over time.
Features
- Tropical tree with spreading canopy
- Produces large flowers and elongated fruits
- Suitable for gardens and landscape planting
- Adapted to warm climates and full sun
- Establishes steadily from seeds
Specifications
- Scientific name: Kigelia africana
- Common name (US): Sausage Tree
- Seed type / variety: Standard variety
- Growth habit: Large tropical tree
- USDA zones: 10-12
- Planting season: Spring to early summer
- Growing season: Year-round in tropical climates
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Sowing Season:
- Spring: March to May
- Early Summer: June
- Germination time and conditions: 2-6 weeks at 20-30°C; soaking recommended
- Sunlight requirements: Full sun
- Soil requirements: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil
- Watering needs: Moderate during establishment, low once mature
- Mature plant size: 10-20 meters height, 6-12 meters spread
- Plant spacing: 6-10 meters between plants
