Mvule

Plant an Mvule Tree for Your Child’s Birthday

Mvule (Milicia excelsa), also known as African teak, is one of the most impressive indigenous trees in Kenya. In Kakamega Forest, it grows into a massive tree, reaching heights of over 40 metres under favourable conditions.

Unfortunately, Mvule is threatened by overexploitation for its highly valued timber and the loss of natural forest habitats. Protecting existing trees and planting new ones can help secure its future.

Imagine planting an Mvule tree for your child’s birthday every year. As your child grows, the tree grows too. Years later, it can become a living reminder of their childhood, while providing shade and supporting biodiversity.

Mvule is a long-lived tree, so planting one is more than a birthday activity. It is an investment in future generations and a contribution to conserving one of Kenya’s valuable indigenous trees.

Instead of giving your child only a gift that may be forgotten, give them a living legacy.

This birthday, plant an Mvule tree for your child.