Scientific name: Sclerocarya birrea
Mythological dioecious African tree (separate male and female) considered sacred in many cultures. Yellow fruit exceptionally rich in vitamin C (up to 3x orange)! Used to make famous Amarula liqueur. Belongs to Anacardiaceae family like mango and pistachio. Elephants prefer its fruits, hence English name Elephant Tree
400 ₪ זכר/נקבה / 25 ליטר מורכב - 1,000 ₪
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Marula (Sclerocarya birrea) — Mythological dioecious African tree (separate male and female) considered sacred in many cultures. Yellow fruit exceptionally rich in vitamin C (up to 3x orange)! Used to make famous Amarula liqueur. Belongs to Anacardiaceae family like mango and pistachio. Elephants prefer its fruits, hence English name Elephant Tree
During the first two years water regularly — 2–3 times a week in summer, and in winter according to rainfall and soil moisture, letting the top layer dry between waterings. Established trees need less frequent irrigation. Good drainage matters most: standing water at the roots is more harmful than under-watering.
Protect young plants from frost with fleece, mulch, or by growing them in a container that can be moved to a sheltered spot. Mature trees are more resilient; in colder areas plant in a wind-sheltered corner.
Time to fruiting depends on plant size and propagation method: grafted plants fruit earlier than seedlings. Buying a larger, developed plant shortens the wait considerably. Regular watering, seasonal fertilizing, and correct placement have the greatest influence on first flowering.
You can buy Marula plants directly at Fill the Land nursery, 27 HaSe'ora St, Tzrufa, with nationwide shipping. Details and ordering: https://malo-et-haaretz.com/en/plant/sclerocarya-birrea.