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African Mahogany

Khaya senegalensis, Meliaceae

Zones
10–11
Layer
Canopy
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

Shade Provider

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (optimal)

Water

Moderate

Soil pH

5.5 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Sal TreeShorea robusta
Wind ProtectionBeneficial Insect Habitat
Siamese CassiaSenna siamea
Nitrogen Fixation
Apple-ring AcaciaFaidherbia albida
Nitrogen FixationShade Provision
AckeeBlighia sapida
Beneficial Insect HabitatPollinator Sharing

Antagonistic Plants

NarraPterocarpus indicus

Two large tropical hardwood trees with similar resource requirements compete intensely when planted together

Uses

Functions

Timber

Common Questions

What zones does African Mahogany grow in?

African Mahogany grows in USDA hardiness zones 10 through 11.

What are good companion plants for African Mahogany?

Good companions for African Mahogany include Sal Tree, Siamese Cassia, Apple-ring Acacia, Ackee.

Design guilds with African Mahogany and see companion relationships visually.

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