Posoqueria latifolia (Monkey Apple)

Posoqueria latifolia (Monkey Apple) white flower close up with slender petals and central structure.
Posoqueria latifolia (Monkey Apple) flower with thin white petals extending from the center.

Botanical names: Posoqueria latifolia, Gardenia suaveolens, Oxyanthus isthmia, Posoqueria decora, Posoqueria insignis, Posoqueria lucida

Common names: Monkey Apple, Needle Flower Tree

Family: Rubiaceae

Origin: South America

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-10

Plant type: Fruit or edible
Fruit type: Fruit or edible
Small tree 10-20 ftPlant form: Small tree
Plant mature sizeMature height: 10-20 ft
Full sunSemi-shadeSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade
Cold toleranceCold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Moderate
White, off-white flowersFlower color: White and off-white
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Fragrant plantFragrance: Fragrant; perfume plant
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Posoqueria latifolia is often grown as an ornamental, being valued especially for its remarkable and very fragrant blooms which can be carried in great profusion. Established plants are fairly drought tolerant.

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