[1] Despite its common name, Kiggelaria africana is not related to the more familiar fruit-producing peach tree (Prunus persica) although the leaves do look similar, if only very superficially.

The wild peach is dioecious (having separate male and female trees) and its tiny flowers are bell-shaped and a yellowish colour.

These split open once ripe and the seeds, which are each covered in a layer of bright orange-red flesh, are eaten and spread by birds.

It naturally forms a large shade tree with a gentle, non-invasive root system, but also makes a good windbreak or hedge.

A multitude of birds enjoy the tiny red fruits and will consequently be attracted to this tree, as are Acraea horta butterflies.