Botanical Name: Myrsine africana
Common Name: African boxwood Type of Plant: dicot: shrub Character evergreen Habit of Growth: Overall Shape erect with branches tending to grow upright; forms a loose, oval canopy if left unpruned Height 3' - 6' (10') Spread 2' - 4' Growth Rate moderate Environment: Exposure outdoors full sun to part shade Soil tolerates most dry soils Hardiness hardy (zones 8, 9, 14-24) Morphology: Leaves pinnate, alternate, on dark red stems; oval/round, 1/4"-1/2" across, dark green, leathery Flowers insignificant; greenish-white, flowers in axillary clusters Fruit insignificant; 1/8" drupe Propagation: semi-hardwood cuttings Usage: filler - small textured foliage; hedges; topiary; borders; small or large scale landscapes; good in mass plantings Landscape Care: Watering occasional deep soak Fertilizing little after established Pruning prune to shape desired Pests/Diseases spider mites, thrips Special Conditions/Other one of the most widely distributed plants in cultivation Origin: South Africa Family: Myrsinaceae Notes: |
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