African Mangosteen (Garcinia Livingstonei) is a perennial tree in the Clusiaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.
Garcinia livingstonei is a small to medium-sized tree native to East and Southern Africa, known for its edible plum-like fruit.
African Mangosteen
Garcinia Livingstonei
Garcinia livingstonei is a small to medium-sized tree native to East and Southern Africa, known for its edible plum-like fruit.
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