A tropical evergreen shrub or small tree, to around 5m high in cultivation, with tiered branches bearing lance-shaped to elliptic, shiny bright green leaves that are tapered at the base and paler underneath. Leaves are flushed bright reddish bronze when young. Long clusters of small, fragrant, yellow-green flowers are produced at the base of young shoots in spring, followed by clusters of round, purple-black berries
Growing Information
Height
4-8 Metres
Spread
4-8 Metres
Care Guide
Cultivation
Suitable for warmer areas. Grow in humus-rich, moist but well-drained, neutral to acid soil in sun or part shade, with shelter from cold winds and late frosts