Psychotria capensis

Family: Rubiaceae (Gardenia family)

Common names: Black Bird-berry (E); iZele (Z); Swartvoelbessie, Lemoenbos (A);

Shrub, Tree

A stunning shrub or small tree with glossy deep green foliage and clusters of tiny bright yellow flowers.

EVERGREEN

SEMI-SHADE

SHADE

FROST HARDY

MEDIUM WATER REQUIREMENTS

MEDIUM GROWER

ATTRACTS BIRDS

ATTRACTS INSECTS

FLOWER COLOUR:

AVERAGE SIZE:

3m x 3m

J F M A M J J A S O N D

J F M A M J J A S O N D

This is a shrub or small tree which can reach up to 7m in height, depending on the growing conditions. The leaves are glossy-green.

Attracts a host of birds which feed on the berries

Forest

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