African Oil Palm - Elaeis guineensisAfrican Oil Palm (Elaeis guineensis) Looking for a high yielding, tropical palm that produces valuable oil rich fruit? The African Oil Palm is a fast growing, highly productive tree prized for its rich orange red fruit clusters, which are used to produce palm oil, a key ingredient in food, cosmetics, and biofuel. This low maintenance palm thrives in warm, humid climates and makes a beautiful feature tree in tropical landscapes! Why Grow African Oil