Swietenia mahogani is a deciduous tree cultivated primarily for its timber and used as a specimen in large sites. It belongs to the genus Swietenia in the Meliaceae family and has its main seasonal interest in spring and summer. In cultivation it prefers full sun and a neutral loam that drains freely, and it benefits from a south-facing, sheltered position in the UK. It is rated H4, meaning average hardiness across much of the country.

Deciduous tree grown for timber and as a specimen; requires full sun, neutral loam, well-drained soil and a south-facing, sheltered spot.

Swietenia is a genus of trees in the chinaberry family, Meliaceae. It occurs natively in the Neotropics, from southern Florida, the Caribbean, Mexico and Central America south to Bolivia.

Swietenia mahogani

American mahogany tree | Swietenia mahogani

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