African Mahogany
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 10–11
African Mahogany, scientifically known as Khaya ivorensis, is a large deciduous tree native to tropical Africa, particularly found in…
These plants want 6 or more hours of direct sun a day: the brightest beds, south-facing borders and open plots.
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African MahoganyAfrican Mahogany, scientifically known as Khaya ivorensis, is a large deciduous tree native to tropical Africa, particularly found in…
AlderAlder refers to a group of hardy, deciduous trees and shrubs belonging to the genus Alnus, part of the birch family (Betulaceae). With…
American BasswoodThe American Basswood, scientifically known as Tilia americana, is a deciduous tree native to eastern North America. It is part of the…
American BeechThe American Beech (Fagus grandifolia) is a deciduous tree native to eastern North America, known for its striking appearance and…
American ChestnutThe American chestnut (Castanea dentata) is a deciduous tree native to eastern North America, renowned for its fast growth and towering…
American ElmThe American Elm (Ulmus americana) is a deciduous tree native to North America, known for its graceful, arching branches and broad canopy…
American SycamoreThe American sycamore (Platanus occidentalis) is a robust deciduous tree native to Eastern and Central North America. Known for its…
AshThe Ash plant refers to trees belonging to the genus Fraxinus, which are part of the Oleaceae family. Commonly known for their majestic…
AspenThe Aspen plant, primarily known as the quaking aspen (Populus tremuloides), is a deciduous tree native to North America. Recognized for…
Australian SandalwoodAustralian Sandalwood, scientifically known as Santalum spicatum, is a semiparasitic evergreen tree native to the arid and semi-arid…
Bald CypressThe Bald Cypress (Taxodium distichum) is a remarkable deciduous conifer native to the southeastern United States, thriving in wetland…
BanyanThe Banyan tree, scientifically known as Ficus benghalensis, is a large and iconic tropical tree endemic to the Indian subcontinent. Known…
BaobabThe Baobab, known scientifically as Adansonia, is a remarkable tree native to Madagascar, Africa, and Australia. Often referred to as the…
BasswoodBasswood, also known as Tilia, is a genus of deciduous trees commonly found in temperate regions of North America, Europe, and Asia. Known…
BeechBeech trees, belonging to the Fagaceae family, are deciduous hardwood trees classified under the genus Fagus. Commonly found in temperate…
Bigtooth AspenBigtooth Aspen, scientifically known as Populus grandidentata, is a deciduous tree native to North America, particularly in the eastern…
BirchBirch trees, belonging to the genus Betula, are deciduous trees and shrubs renowned for their distinctive bark, delicate leaves, and…
Black AshBlack Ash, scientifically known as Fraxinus nigra, is a deciduous tree native to the northeastern United States and parts of Canada. It…
Black CherryBlack Cherry (Prunus serotina) is a deciduous tree native to North America, particularly found in eastern and central regions. It…
Black CottonwoodThe Black Cottonwood (Populus trichocarpa) is a large deciduous tree native to the western regions of North America, particularly along…
Black LocustBlack Locust (Robinia pseudoacacia) is a deciduous tree native to the southeastern United States, though it has been widely planted across…
Black OakThe Black Oak (Quercus velutina) is a prominent deciduous tree native to eastern and central North America, valued for its ecological and…
Black WalnutThe Black Walnut (Juglans nigra) is a deciduous tree native to North America, notably thriving in the eastern United States. Known for its…
Blue AshThe Blue Ash (Fraxinus quadrangulata) is a deciduous tree native to the central United States, particularly thriving in areas such as the…
Blue GumThe Blue Gum, scientifically known as Eucalyptus globulus, is a tall, evergreen tree native to Australia and Tasmania. It can reach…
Bristlecone PineThe Bristlecone Pine (Pinus longaeva) is one of the longest-living tree species, found primarily in the high mountains of California…
Bur OakThe Bur Oak (Quercus macrocarpa) is a majestic and hardy tree native to North America, particularly thriving in the central and eastern…
CatalpaThe Catalpa plant, commonly referred to as catalpa or cigar tree, is a genus of flowering trees and shrubs belonging to the Bignoniaceae…
CedarCedar refers to several species of coniferous trees belonging primarily to the genera Cedrus and Juniperus. Known for their durability…
Ceylon EbonyCeylon Ebony, scientifically known as Diospyros ebenum, is a tree species native to Sri Lanka and southern India. It's renowned for its…
CherryThe cherry plant, belonging to the genus Prunus, encompasses various species, the most common of which are the sweet cherry (Prunus avium)…
ChestnutThe chestnut plant, primarily represented by the genus Castanea, encompasses several species, most notably the American chestnut (Castanea…
Chestnut OakThe Chestnut Oak (Quercus prinus) is a deciduous tree native to the eastern United States, particularly thriving in the Appalachian…
Chestnut-leaved OakThe Chestnut-leaved Oak, scientifically known as Quercus prinoides, is a deciduous tree native to the eastern and central United States…
Chinese ChestnutThe Chinese Chestnut (Castanea mollissima) is a deciduous tree native to East Asia, primarily found in China, Korea, and Japan. It belongs…
Chinkapin OakThe Chinkapin Oak, scientifically known as Quercus muehlenbergii, is a deciduous tree native to North America, primarily found in the…
ChokecherryChokecherry (Prunus virginiana) is a deciduous shrub or small tree native to North America, known for its adaptability and resilience in…
Coconut PalmThe Coconut Palm (Cocos nucifera) is a tropical tree native to coastal regions of the tropical and subtropical world. Known for its tall…
Cork ArborvitaeCork Arborvitae, scientifically known as Thuja occidentalis 'Corthzita', is a compact, evergreen conifer that belongs to the cypress…
Cork Bristlecone PineThe Cork Bristlecone Pine (Pinus aristata) is a fascinating evergreen tree native to the mountainous regions of the southwestern United…
Cork CedarThe Cork Cedar, scientifically known as Cedrus atlantica var. glauca, is a majestic conifer that typically hails from the Atlas Mountains…
Cork CypressThe Cork Cypress, known scientifically as Taxodium distichum var. nutans, is a unique species of tree belonging to the family…
Cork ElmCork Elm, scientifically known as Ulmus parvifolia, is a deciduous tree native to Asia, particularly China and Japan. It is valued for its…
Cork FirCork Fir, scientifically known as Abies corkorensis, is a unique conifer native to the mountainous regions of the Iberian Peninsula…
Cork JuniperCork Juniper, scientifically known as Juniperus oxycedrus, is a hardy evergreen conifer native to the Mediterranean region. Renowned for…
Cork KauriThe Cork Kauri, or Agathis australis, is a large evergreen tree native to New Zealand. Renowned for its majestic stature, the Cork Kauri…
Cork LarchCork Larch, scientifically known as Larix dedrus, is a deciduous conifer native to the Mediterranean region, specifically found in the…
Cork Monkey PuzzleThe Cork Monkey Puzzle plant, also known scientifically as Araucaria araucana, is a unique conifer native to the southern Andes of Chile…
Cork OakThe Cork Oak (Quercus suber) is a tree species native to the Mediterranean region, particularly found in Portugal, Spain, and northern…
Cork PineThe Cork Pine, scientifically known as Pinus brutia, is a pine species native to the Mediterranean region, particularly found in countries…
Cork RedwoodThe Cork Redwood, scientifically known as Sequoiadendron giganteum, is a majestic conifer native to the Sierra Nevada mountains in…
Cork SequoiaThe Cork Sequoia (Sequoiadendron giganteum), also known as the Giant Sequoia or Sierra Redwood, is a majestic conifer native to the Sierra…
Cork SpruceThe Cork Spruce, scientifically known as Picea wilcoxiana, is a coniferous tree native to parts of North America, particularly the Pacific…
Cork TreeThe Cork Tree, scientifically known as Phellodendron amurense, is a deciduous tree native to Asia, particularly found in regions of China…
CorkwoodCorkwood, known scientifically as Duboisia, encompasses several species native to Australia, renowned for their unique bark and medicinal…
Cucumber TreeThe Cucumber Tree (Magnolia acuminata) is a deciduous tree native to the eastern United States and parts of Canada. It is part of the…
CypressCypress plants belong to the family Cupressaceae and are evergreen conifers, predominantly found in temperate and subtropical regions…
Date PalmThe Date Palm (Phoenix dactylifera) is a tall, flowering plant native to the Middle East and North Africa, valued primarily for its sweet…
Douglas FirThe Douglas Fir (Pseudotsuga menziesii) is a majestic evergreen tree native to North America, particularly thriving in the western regions…
Eastern CottonwoodThe Eastern Cottonwood (Populus deltoides) is a fast-growing deciduous tree native to North America, commonly found in the eastern and…
EbonyThe Ebony plant typically refers to trees belonging to the genus Diospyros, known for their dense, dark hardwood. These trees are…
ElmThe Elm plant refers to a genus of deciduous trees and shrubs known as Ulmus. These trees are primarily found in temperate and subtropical…
EucalyptusEucalyptus is a diverse genus of flowering trees and shrubs belonging to the family Myrtaceae, native primarily to Australia, though some…
European BeechThe European Beech, scientifically known as Fagus sylvatica, is a deciduous tree native to Europe, renowned for its majestic height and…
European ChestnutThe European Chestnut (Castanea sativa) is a deciduous tree native to the mountainous regions of Southern Europe, primarily found in areas…
European HornbeamThe European Hornbeam (Carpinus betulus) is a deciduous tree native to Europe and parts of Western Asia. It typically reaches heights of…
FigThe fig plant, scientifically known as Ficus carica, is a deciduous tree or large shrub that belongs to the Moraceae family. It is…
FirFir trees, belonging to the genus Abies, are evergreen conifers in the family Pinaceae. Known for their conical shape and needle-like…
GinkgoThe Ginkgo biloba, commonly known as the ginkgo or maidenhair tree, is a unique and ancient tree species that dates back over 200 million…
Ginkgo BilobaGinkgo biloba, commonly known as the Ginkgo or maidenhair tree, is one of the oldest living tree species, dating back over 200 million…
Green AshThe Green Ash (Fraxinus pennsylvanica) is a deciduous tree native to North America, particularly thriving in the eastern and central…
HickoryHickory is a genus of deciduous trees and shrubs known scientifically as Carya. Native to North America and parts of Asia, hickories are…
Holm OakThe Holm Oak, scientifically known as Quercus ilex, is an evergreen tree native to the Mediterranean region. It is characterized by its…
Honduran MahoganyHonduran Mahogany, scientifically known as Swietenia macrophylla, is a tropical hardwood tree native to Central America, particularly…
Honey LocustThe Honey Locust (Gleditsia triacanthos) is a deciduous tree native to North America, primarily found in the central and eastern regions…
HornbeamHornbeam refers to trees and shrubs belonging to the genus Carpinus, which is part of the birch family (Betulaceae). These deciduous trees…
Horse ChestnutThe Horse Chestnut (Aesculus hippocastanum) is a large deciduous tree native to the Balkan Peninsula but widely planted across Europe and…
Indian SandalwoodIndian Sandalwood, scientifically known as Santalum album, is a small to medium evergreen tree native to India and Southeast Asia. It is…
KauriThe Kauri tree, scientifically known as Agathis australis, is a remarkable evergreen species native to New Zealand. Known for its towering…
Kentucky CoffeetreeThe Kentucky Coffeetree (Gymnocladus dioicus) is a deciduous tree native to the central and eastern United States, particularly…
LarchLarch refers to a group of coniferous trees belonging to the genus Larix, commonly found in the Northern Hemisphere. Unlike most conifers…
Laurel OakLaurel oak (Quercus laurifolia) is a medium to large deciduous tree native to the southeastern United States. It typically reaches heights…
Littleleaf LindenThe Littleleaf Linden (Tilia cordata) is a medium to large deciduous tree native to Europe and parts of Asia. It is known for its elegant…
Live OakThe Live Oak (Quercus virginiana) is a large, evergreen tree native to the southeastern United States, celebrated for its majestic size…
LocustThe locust plant, commonly known as the locust tree, primarily refers to species within the genera Robinia and Gleditsia, particularly the…
London PlaneThe London Plane tree (Platanus × acerifolia), a hybrid between the American sycamore (Platanus occidentalis) and the Oriental plane…
MahoganyThe Mahogany plant, primarily known as Swietenia macrophylla, is a large tropical tree renowned for its beautiful hardwood, which is…
Monkey PuzzleThe Monkey Puzzle plant, scientifically known as Araucaria araucana, is a unique and distinctive evergreen tree native to the temperate…
Mountain AshMountain Ash, scientifically known as Sorbus aucuparia, is a deciduous tree native to the temperate regions of Europe and Asia. Despite…
MulberryThe mulberry plant, belonging to the genus Morus, is a deciduous tree or shrub known for its sweet, edible fruits and wide-ranging…
Northern CatalpaThe Northern Catalpa (Catalpa speciosa) is a deciduous tree native to the eastern United States. It belongs to the Bignoniaceae family and…
Norway MapleThe Norway Maple (Acer platanoides) is a deciduous tree native to Europe and western Asia. It is widely appreciated for its dense crown…
OakThe oak, belonging to the genus Quercus, is a prominent tree species found in various regions around the world, particularly in the…
Oil PalmThe oil palm plant, scientifically known as Elaeis guineensis, is a tropical tree native to West Africa but is now cultivated extensively…
Overcup OakThe Overcup Oak (Quercus lyrata) is a deciduous tree native to the eastern and southern United States. Recognizable by its distinctive…
Paper BirchPaper Birch (Betula papyrifera) is a deciduous tree known for its distinctive white, exfoliating bark and graceful, slender form. Native…
PecanThe pecan tree (Carya illinoinensis) is a large deciduous hardwood tree native to North America, particularly the southern United States…
Pin CherryThe Pin Cherry (Prunus pensylvanica) is a deciduous tree or shrub native to the eastern parts of North America, particularly in regions…
Pin OakThe Pin Oak (Quercus palustris) is a deciduous tree native to the eastern United States, particularly thriving in wetlands and along…
PinePine plants, belonging to the genus Pinus, are evergreen coniferous trees and shrubs characterized by their needle-like leaves, cones, and…
PoplarPoplar is a common name for trees in the genus Populus, which includes various species native to the Northern Hemisphere. These deciduous…
Post OakThe Post Oak (Quercus stellata) is a medium to large deciduous tree native to the eastern and central United States, particularly…
Quaking AspenThe Quaking Aspen, scientifically known as Populus tremuloides, is a deciduous tree native to North America. Recognized for its striking…
Queen PalmThe Queen Palm, scientifically known as Syagrus romanzoffiana, is a popular tropical and subtropical palm tree known for its elegant…
Red MapleThe Red Maple (Acer rubrum) is a deciduous tree native to North America, primarily found in Eastern and Central United States, as well as…
Red MulberryThe Red Mulberry (Morus rubra) is a deciduous tree native to North America, primarily found in the eastern United States and parts of…
Red OakThe Red Oak (Quercus rubra) is a deciduous tree native to North America, particularly prevalent in the eastern and central United States…
RedwoodThe Redwood is a majestic tree known for its impressive height and longevity. Belonging to the family Cupressaceae, it primarily includes…
River BirchThe River Birch (Betula nigra) is a deciduous tree native to the eastern United States, particularly thriving in wet, lowland areas and…
River Red GumThe River Red Gum (Eucalyptus camaldulensis) is a large tree native to Australia, renowned for its striking appearance and ecological…
Rock ElmThe Rock Elm, scientifically known as Ulmus thomasii, is a deciduous tree native to the eastern and central United States. It is typically…
Royal PalmThe Royal Palm (Roystonea regia) is a striking and iconic species of palm tree native to the Caribbean and parts of Central America. Known…
Sacred FigThe Sacred Fig, scientifically known as Ficus religiosa, is a striking tree native to the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia. Revered…
Sand CherryThe Sand Cherry (Prunus besseyi) is a deciduous shrub native to the northern Great Plains of North America. Part of the Rosaceae family…
SandalwoodSandalwood refers to several species of small trees in the genus Santalum, best known for their fragrant heartwood. The most notable…
Saucer MagnoliaThe Saucer Magnolia, scientifically known as Magnolia x soulangeana, is a deciduous flowering tree or large shrub prized for its stunning…
Scarlet OakThe Scarlet Oak (Quercus coccinea) is a deciduous tree native to eastern and central North America. Renowned for its stunning autumn…
SequoiaSequoias are giant coniferous trees belonging to the genus Sequoiadendron and Sequoia, primarily found in the western United States. The…
Shagbark HickoryThe Shagbark Hickory (Carya ovata) is a deciduous tree native to North America, particularly prevalent in the eastern United States and…
Shumard OakThe Shumard Oak (Quercus shumardii) is a medium to large deciduous tree native to the southeastern United States. It typically reaches…
Silver MapleThe Silver Maple (Acer saccharinum) is a fast-growing deciduous tree native to North America's eastern and central regions. It typically…
Slippery ElmSlippery elm (Ulmus rubra) is a deciduous tree native to North America, particularly found in the eastern and central regions. It…
Southern CatalpaSouthern Catalpa (Catalpa bignonioides) is a deciduous tree native to the southeastern United States. Known for its striking appearance…
Southern MagnoliaThe Southern Magnolia (Magnolia grandiflora) is a robust, evergreen tree native to the southeastern United States. Known for its stunning…
SpruceSpruce is a genus of coniferous trees belonging to the family Pinaceae, primarily found in the Northern Hemisphere. The genus Picea…
Star MagnoliaStar Magnolia (Magnolia stellata) is a deciduous shrub or small tree native to Japan. Known for its stunning spring blooms, it typically…
Sugar MapleThe Sugar Maple (Acer saccharum) is a deciduous tree native to northeastern North America, renowned for its stunning fall foliage, vibrant…
Swamp Chestnut OakThe Swamp Chestnut Oak (Quercus michauxii) is a large deciduous tree native to the southeastern United States, primarily found in wet…
SwieteniaSwietenia, commonly known as mahogany, is a genus of trees in the Meliaceae family, primarily known for its valuable hardwood. There are…
SycamoreThe Sycamore, specifically the American Sycamore or Platanus occidentalis, is a large deciduous tree known for its distinctive appearance…
Sycamore MapleThe Sycamore Maple (Acer pseudoplatanus), also known as the European Sycamore, is a deciduous tree native to Europe and parts of Western…
Tasmanian Blue GumThe Tasmanian Blue Gum (Eucalyptus globulus) is a tall evergreen tree native to Tasmania and parts of southeastern Australia. Known for…
TeakTeak (Tectona grandis) is a tropical hardwood tree native to South and Southeast Asia, particularly in countries like India, Myanmar…
Trembling AspenThe Trembling Aspen, scientifically known as Populus tremuloides, is a deciduous tree native to North America. Identifiable by its unique…
Tulip PoplarThe Tulip Poplar, scientifically known as Liriodendron tulipifera, is a deciduous tree native to eastern North America. Recognized for its…
Tulip TreeThe Tulip Tree, scientifically known as Liriodendron tulipifera, is a majestic deciduous tree native to eastern North America. Renowned…
WalnutThe walnut plant refers primarily to trees in the genus Juglans, known for their edible nuts and valuable timber. The most commonly…
Water OakThe Water Oak (Quercus nigra) is a medium-sized, deciduous tree native to the southeastern United States. It typically grows to heights of…
White AshThe White Ash, scientifically known as Fraxinus americana, is a deciduous tree native to eastern North America. This tree is recognized…
White BirchThe White Birch, scientifically known as Betula papyrifera, is a deciduous tree native to North America, particularly common in Canada and…
White MulberryThe White Mulberry (Morus alba) is a deciduous tree native to East Asia, particularly China, but has been widely introduced throughout the…
White OakThe White Oak (Quercus alba) is a deciduous tree native to North America, particularly widespread in the eastern United States. It is…
WillowThe willow plant, belonging to the genus Salix, comprises a diverse group of trees and shrubs found primarily in the Northern Hemisphere…
Willow OakThe Willow Oak, scientifically known as Quercus phellos, is a deciduous tree belonging to the beech family (Fagaceae). This native North…
Yellow BirchYellow Birch (Betula alleghaniensis) is a deciduous tree native to northeastern North America, known for its distinctive yellowish bark…
Yellow PoplarThe Yellow Poplar, scientifically known as Liriodendron tulipifera, is a deciduous tree native to the eastern United States and parts of…