Kenya Shade Tree: Pink Cedar, Shingle Tree, Indian Ash
(Acrocarpus fraxinifolius)
Acrocarpus fraxinifolius is a fast-growing, deciduous tree, which can grow to heights of 30-60 m and a diameter of over 200 cm. The timber resembles ash and walnut and is used in construction and furniture. It is also used for fodder, erosion control, reforestation, and as a shade tree. A. fraxinifolius is a pioneer tree and is recommended for erosion control because of its deep root system.