About
Myrsine africana, African boxwood, is a slow-growing, half-hardy, evergreen shrub to around 1.2 m with an upright habit and small, aromatic, glossy, dark-green leaves to 2 cm long. Clusters of tiny, yellow-brown flowers are borne in the leaf axils in late spring; on female plants, these are followed by small, pale-blue berries. An ornamental and compact evergreen for a sheltered, sunny garden.
About the genus
Myrsine are evergreen shrubs and small trees with simple, often aromatic leaves and small, inconspicuous flowers. Grown as ornamental shrubs in sheltered gardens.
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, containers, mixed plantings.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in well-drained soil. Water during establishment.
PruningRemove dead growth as needed.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.