Emire

Terminalia ivorensis

Role: High canopy shade tree and timber species

Spacing: 12m x 48m

Benefits: Timber harvestable from year 20-30; long productive life up to 60 years; shade provision; erosion control; soil fertility through leaf litter

Planting notes: Plant in June-August. Seeds preferred where available; seedlings available from Forestry Commission or FORIG. Monitor canopy development and thin as needed around year 5.