Pongamia

Kanuga

Pongamia pinnata

The kanuga tree — dense evergreen shade canopy, nitrogen-fixing roots and total drought hardiness once set. A staple avenue and farm-border tree across South India, also valued for pongam oil seed. Supplied as bag-grown saplings in bulk.

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Available sizes2 ft – 8 ft

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Size and appearance can vary naturally with age and growing conditions. Contact our nursery team before ordering.

Plant guide

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Growing characteristics and practical care notes.

LightFull sun

WaterLow once established

Mature height8–15 m

Growth habitRounded spreading canopy

Mature height: 8–15 m
Growth habit: Rounded spreading canopy
Growth rate: Fast
Foliage: Evergreen, glossy compound leaves
Flowers / fruit: White to pink flowers; pod-like fruit later
Light: Full sun
Watering: Low once established
Soil: Well-drained sandy to loamy soil; drought-tolerant

Plant information sources:NC State Extension