African Boxwood
Myrsine africana
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African Boxwood is a dense, slow-growing evergreen shrub with small dark green leaves and tiny cream-colored flowers, making it an excellent compact ornamental for borders and containers. It tolerates part shade and is relatively low-maintenance once established.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
East Africa
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Shrub
Woody multi-stem plants at eye level.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
pH Range
Function & Care
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
African Boxwood is a dense, slow-growing evergreen shrub with small dark green leaves and tiny cream-colored flowers, making it an excellent compact ornamental for borders and containers. It tolerates part shade and is relatively low-maintenance once established.
Climate Match for your location
See how well African Boxwood grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
East Africa
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Shrub
Woody multi-stem plants at eye level.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
pH Range
Function & Care
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation