Natal mahogany

Trichilia emetica is a tree in the family Meliaceae, commonly known as the Natal mahogany. It is an evergreen tree, with handsome glossy dark green leaves and a wide spreading crown. Its sweet-scented flowers attract bees and birds.

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Is it poisonous?

We have no record of Natal mahogany being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.

Easily confused with

• Trichilia dregeana
• Khaya senegalensis
• Talisia esculenta
• Andira galeottiana
• Ekebergia capensis
• Sapindus emarginatus

Classification

Kingdom

Plantae

Phylum

Tracheophyta

Class

Magnoliopsida

Order

Sapindales

Family

Meliaceae

Genus

Trichilia

Species

Trichilia emetica

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