Family: Rubiaceae
Genus: Strumpfia (Strump-FEE-a) (Info)
Species: maritima (muh-RIT-tim-muh) (Info)
Category:
Shrubs
Tropicals and Tender Perennials
Height:
4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m)
Spacing:
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
Hardiness:
USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F)
Sun Exposure:
Full Sun
Danger:
Parts of plant are poisonous if ingested
Bloom Color:
Pale Pink
Bloom Time:
Blooms all year
Foliage:
Evergreen
Smooth-Textured
Shiny/Glossy-Textured
Leathery-Textured
Other details:
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
This plant is resistant to deer
Soil pH requirements:
7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline)
Patent Information:
Non-patented
Propagation Methods:
From seed; direct sow outdoors in fall
Seed Collecting:
Allow unblemished fruit to ripen; clean and dry seeds
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