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Myrsine africana
Also Known As
- Myrsine africans
- African Boxwood
- Cape Beech
- Cape Myrtle
- Chikuma
Plant type
shrub
size
- H: 3'-8'
- W: 2'-4'
planting zones
- 8a-10b
Myrsine africana plant details
Myrsine africana is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring cream, red and insignificant flowers flowers emerge Flowers are not showy, but nurture a healthy ecosystem as wildlife habitat. followed by purple fruit. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular - occasional water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Myrsine africana
- Plant type: shrub
- Plant family: primulaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 2 FT - 4 FT - wide, 3 FT - 8 FT - tall
- Flowers: cream, red and insignificant flowers blooms in spring
- Uses: container plant, cut leaves, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Myrsine africana
- USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: regular - occasional
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
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How to Grow Myrsine africana
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- cream
- red
Fruit
- purple
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glossy
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See other plant types of Myrsine for your garden
aka Variegated African Boxwood
Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
9a-10b
Size
Height: 6'-8'
Width: 4'-5'
- regular - low
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