Turraea obtusifolia

Also Known As

Small Honeysuckle Tree
South African Honeysuckle
Star Bush
Starbush

Plant type

shrub, vine

size

H: 1'-2'
W: 1'-2'

planting zones

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Turraea obtusifolia plant details

Turraea obtusifolia is a broadleaf evergreen shrub or vine with green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge followed by orange fruit. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Turraea obtusifolia

Plant type: shrub or vine
Plant family: meliaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 1 FT - 2 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer
Uses: bonsai, container plant, fragrant, rare, tropical-looking, unique, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Turraea obtusifolia

USDA Zones:
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular

Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Starbush - South African Honeysuckle - A compact shrublet with dark green glossy leaves, blunt at the tips. Sweetly fragrant starry white flowers in summer, followed by deep orange berries. Part shade, cannot freeze. A good bonsai subject. Odd, Unusual, Rare