cat-thorn
Namecat-thorn
Species NameMyrsine africana
Common NameAfrican Boxwood
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)25
Container TypeNot visible
Geographic Originafrica
Cultivation Difficultyintermediate
Foliage Typeevergreen
Height (cm)35
Nebari (Root Flare) QualityNot visible
Is Fruitingtrue
Notable FeaturesSmall, dark blue-black berries with persistent calyx; dense, small evergreen foliage.
Description
This specimen, identified as Myrsine africana, displays small, dark green, evergreen leaves and features small, dark blue-black berries. The berries are round with a distinct persistent calyx, indicating it is currently fruiting. The dense foliage suggests a well-ramified specimen.
