The sausage tree drops heavy fruits that hippos and elephants eat. Its dark red flowers open at night and are pollinated by bats.
Trees
Sausage Tree
Kigelia africana
A big tree that hangs sausage-shaped fruit as long as a person's arm.
Size
Up to 20 m
Lifespan
50+ years
Diet
Not applicable.
Habitat
Riverbanks and woodland.
About the sausage tree
Did you know?
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Fruits can weigh up to 10 kg.
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It flowers at night.
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The fruit is poisonous to humans unless prepared.
When to see it
Seen all year round; the best sightings depend on where you are.
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