Saurauia madrensis

Plant type

tree, perennial

size

H: 15'-30'
W: 10'-15'

planting zones

9a-10b

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Saurauia madrensis plant details

Saurauia madrensis is a broadleaf deciduous or evergreen perennial tree with blue and green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by green fruit. Grows well with sun - shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Saurauia madrensis

Plant type: perennial tree
Plant family: actinidiaceae
Foliage: deciduous or evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 10 FT - 15 FT - wide, 15 FT - 30 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Saurauia madrensis

USDA Zones: 9a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - shade
Watering frequency: regular

Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A beautiful small tree for shade that's perfectly suited to the mild & foggy SF Bay Area. The leaves are broad, & the new growth is downy with showy red hairs. Large clusters of white flowers appear amidst the leaves in Spring & Summer & these are followed by tiny fruits resembling tiny Kiwis. In fact, this tree is a cousin to Kiwis & the family resemblance is clear if you see them growing side by side. The fruit is edible & very intensely sticky sweet, with a slimy texture. Peculiar! Ultimately, this tree can reach 15-30’ tall, with a potential 15' spread, but can be maintained at 10' fairly easily with annual pruning. This cloud forest plant will appreciate a semi-shady spot in the understory as well as water during the Summer months. Full sun is okay if you live in SF or somewhere similarly foggy. From Chiapas, Mexico. Hardy into the 20's.