Zimbabwe is home to a wide variety of trees, all of which have their own unique characteristics and uses. This article provides a comprehensive list of trees in Zimbabwe, including their English, Ndebele, Shona and scientific names.
List of Trees in Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe is home to many different species of trees, including both indigenous and exotic varieties. The country is known for its rich biodiversity and is home to a variety of trees, from the iconic baobab tree to the majestic African mahogany tree.
Tree Names in English, Ndebele, Shona and Scientific Names
Baobab
English: Baobab
Ndebele: Inyala
Shona: Muvhuyu
Scientific Name: Adansonia digitata
African Mahogany
English: African Mahogany
Ndebele: Inyoni
Shona: Mubvamaropa
Scientific Name: Khaya anthotheca
Flame Tree
English: Flame Tree
Ndebele: Isithuthu
Shona: Mupfuti
Scientific Name: Delonix regia
Mopane Tree
English: Mopane Tree
Ndebele: Inyalu
Shona: Mupani
Scientific Name: Colophospermum mopane
Acacia Tree
English: Acacia Tree
Ndebele: Inyoni
Shona: Mubvamaropa
Scientific Name: Acacia karroo
Wild Date Palm
English: Wild Date Palm
Ndebele: Inyala
Shona: Muvhuyu
Scientific Name: Phoenix reclinata
African Olive
English: African Olive
Ndebele: Inyalu
Shona: Mupani
Scientific Name: Olea europaea subsp. africana
Wild Teak
English: Wild Teak
Ndebele: Isithuthu
Shona: Mupfuti
Scientific Name: Baikiaea plurijuga
Zimbabwe is home to a wide variety of trees, from the iconic baobab tree to the majestic African mahogany tree. This article provides a comprehensive list of trees in Zimbabwe, including their English, N
Trees are crucial in a variety of ways and have a critical role in connecting ecosystems and providing vital resources. Zimbabwe is a country with diverse regions and a wide range of natural resources, including a variety of trees. Below is a list of the common trees found in Zimbabwe and their names in English, Ndebele, Shona, and their scientific names.
The Baobab tree (Adansonia digitata) is a species of tree which can be found throughout Zimbabwe. It is known as ‘Mutondo’ in Ndebele, ‘Mokonzi’ in Shona and has the scientific name Adansonia digitata. The Sausage tree (Kigelia africana), also known as ‘Umnumzane’ in Ndebele, ‘Guswa’ in Shona, has the scientific name Kigelia africana.
The Combretum imberbe tree is another commonly found tree in Zimbabwe, known as ‘Tseru’ in Ndebele and ‘Vhangeri’ in Shona and has the scientific name Combretum imberbe. The african Coral tree (Erythrina lysistemon) is also found in Zimbabwe and is called ‘Mutete’ in Ndebele, ‘Chitoro’ in Shona and has the scientific name Erythrina lysistemon.
The Egyptian Acacia tree (Acacia arborescence) is found throughout Zimbabwe and is known as ‘Munondo’ in Ndebele and ‘Mutsetse’ in Shona have the scientific name Acacia arborescence. The false Baobab tree (Adansonia digitata) also commonly known as ‘Mutonga’ in Ndebele and ‘Munzungu’ in Shona has the scientific name Adansonia digitata.
The umVundlumvu tree (Combretum collinum) is another type of tree found in Zimbabwe and is known as ‘Tshinzi’ in Ndebele, ‘Tsvimbo’ in Shona and has the scientific name Combretum collinum. The African Mahogany tree (Khaya anthotheca) is also common to the area and is known as ‘Sururu’ in Ndebele and ‘Muhacha’ in Shona and has the scientific name Khaya anthotheca.
The Black Monkey Orange tree (Strychnos spinosa) is found in the area and is known as ‘Mutondo wipe’ in Ndebele and ‘Goromonzi’ in Shona and has the scientific name Strychnos spinosa. Thewild Jackalberry tree (Diospyros mespiliformis) is also found in Zimbabwe and is known as ‘Mutondo Wakawaka’ in Ndebele, ‘Chapwanya’ in Shona and has the scientific name Diospyros mespiliformis.
These are just some of the many species of trees found throughout Zimbabwe. Each tree provides a variety of resources, from medicinal purposes to building materials, and offers valuable ecological services such as increasing carbon sequestration, purifying water and improving soil health. As such, Zimbabwe is fortunate to have a lush array of trees, each with its own distinctly beautiful attributes.
