Fony Baobab Seeds

Adansonia rubrostipa — the Fony Baobab — is a species of baobab tree endemic to Madagascar.

Like every species of baobab, each tree grows into a unique shape depending on its environment, though Fony baobabs are known for being smaller and more blobby in shape.

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California Baobabs tests every source for seeds to ensure they are viable for germination. Still, baobab seeds can be difficult to germinate and I recommend doing lots of research to determine the best process for your environment. Feel free to message me with any questions.

Species info

The Fony Baobab is the smallest in the genus. They typically grow no higher than 60 feet and are often stunted based on their environment.

The bark has a reddish to white hue. The palmate leaves cluster in only 3 to 5 and they have serrated, jagged edges.

The flowers are green on the outside and bright red within, with long tubes.

They have smaller round fruits with a thick, brown, hairy coating, which are used to make drinks.

Some trees can yield up to 200kg of fruit per harvest.

Fony baobabs are found along the entire west coast of Madagascar, one of the more resilient varieties.

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