Myrsine africana (Cape Myrtle)

Myrsine africana (Cape Myrtle) with small green leaves and purple fruit close up

Botanical name: Myrsine africana

Common names: Cape Myrtle, African Boxwood

Family: Primulaceae    (Formerly:Myrsinaceae)

Origin: South Africa

Plant used for bonsaiLarge shrub 5-10 ft tallSmall plant 2-5 ftSemi-shadeFull sunModerate waterPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsEthnomedical plant. Plants marked as ethnomedical and/or described as medicinal, are not offered as medicine but rather as ornamentals or plant collectibles. Ethnomedical statements / products have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. We urge all customers to consult a physician before using any supplements, herbals or medicines advertised here or elsewhere.

The small oval-shaped leaves are a glossy dark green color. Typical of this species, the upper half of the leaf edge is slightly cut with fine teeth. A very nice plant for small hedges.

Similar plants: Myrsine africana (Cape Myrtle)


Myrsine africana (Cape Myrtle) with small green leaves and purple fruit close up
Myrsine africana (Cape Myrtle) with purple fruit and green leaves on woody stems plant


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