• It is a semi-deciduous small tree generally around 6 meters in height and having a blue-green overall appearance as well as a typical leaning and scraggy trunk. Its branches are purple-red in color and having a waxy bloom. Ximenia Americana has leaves that grow in tufts. They are leathery, hairless and grey-green in color. The fragrant pink, yellow green or white flowers can normally be seen between July and October but sometimes appear in the period of January to March. 

  • The ximenia fruit is abundant with Vitamin C and may form an essential part of your meal: eaten fresh, made into jellies, jam and syrup or put into porridge.
  • Ximenia bark can be applied to treat stomach aches, mouth infections andtoothache.
  • The roots and bark of both ximenia varieties have a wide range of therapeuticuses while the ximenia caffra leaf infusion is believed to eliminate nightmares.