Cordia boissieri (Texas Olive) - Image 2

Botanical name: Cordia boissieri

Common names: Texas Olive, Anacahuita

Family: Boraginaceae

Origin: Texas Rio Grande area, northern Mexico

USDA Plant Hardiness MapLarge shrub 5-10 ft tallSmall tree 10-20 ftSemi-shadeFull sunModerate waterWhite, off-white flowersPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsDeciduous plantSubtropical or temperate zone plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short timeSeaside, salt tolerant plant


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