Millettia grandis | African Redwood | 5 Seeds

Millettia grandis, commonly known as the Umzimbeet or African Redwood, is a remarkable and towering evergreen tree indigenous to the coastal forests of southern Africa. This impressive tree can reach staggering heights of up to 40 meters (130 feet) and is characterized by its massive, straight trunk and wide canopy. The bark of the Umzimbeet is rough and fissured, ranging in color from reddish-brown to grey, lending it an imposing and stately appearance. Its compound leaves are composed of numerous glossy, dark green leaflets that provide dense shade. In late spring and early summer, Millettia grandis produces clusters of fragrant, creamy-yellow to white flowers that are rich in nectar and attract pollinators like bees and butterflies. These blooms give way to long, flat seed pods that mature to a dark brown color. The African Redwood is highly valued for its durable timber and is considered one of the most prized indigenous hardwoods in the region, sought after for its use in construc