Psychotria capensis (Black Bird-Berry) - Image 5

Botanical name: Psychotria capensis

Common names: Black Bird-Berry, Bird-Berry, Bastard Lemonwood, Lemon Bush

Family: Rubiaceae

Origin: South Africa

Large shrub 5-10 ft tallSmall tree 10-20 ftFull sunModerate waterYellow, orange flowersWhite, off-white flowersPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsEthnomedical plant.
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