African Apricot

African Apricot (Dacryodes edulis)

From West Africa

Best Growing Conditions:

• Thrives in well-draining, fertile soil. Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Characteristics:

• Produces edible, pear-shaped fruits with a buttery texture.
• Time to First Harvest: Typically 4-6 years from seed.
• Mature Height: Can reach up to 40-50 feet.

Base Factors to Consider:

• African Apricots are a rare, specialty tropical tree not commonly found in
  commercial nurseries.
• Slow-growing and semi-delicate in early stages, so propagation and care take
  more effort.
• Ideal for agroforestry, food forests, and cultural preservation—so there’s
  demand in permaculture and homesteading circles.

Price for a 1-foot, ready-to-transplant seedling. We are waiting for this tree to give fruit. It’s mature but it hasn’t flowered yet. Please check back in six months.