Nuxia floribunda (Forest Elder)

Nuxia floribunda (Forest Elder) dark green leaves on tree branch close up
Nuxia floribunda (Forest Elder) showing large dark green foliage being touched by human hand

Botanical name: Nuxia floribunda

Common names: Forest Elder, Forest Nuxia, Wild Elder

Family: Loganiaceae

Origin: Tropical Africa

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-11?

USDA Plant Hardiness MapPlant used for bonsaiSmall tree 10-20 ftWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyWhite, off-white flowersPlant 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.Fragrant plant

The sweetly scented, cream-white flowers are small in size, around 3 mm long, and are borne in large, branched inflorescences.

Similar plants: Nuxia floribunda (Forest Elder)


Image gallery: 8 images
Nuxia floribunda (Forest Elder) white flower clusters on dense green plant foliage
Nuxia floribunda (Forest Elder) white flower close up with green leaves in the light.
Nuxia floribunda (Forest Elder) white flower close up on woody branch with green leaves.
Nuxia floribunda (Forest Elder) white flower clusters on tree branches with several visiting honey bees.
Nuxia floribunda (Forest Elder) white flower clusters on branch in close up image
Nuxia floribunda (Forest Elder) with clusters of small white flowers and green leaves on tree
Nuxia floribunda (Forest Elder) green leaves on branch close up in natural light
Nuxia floribunda (Forest Elder) tree with clusters of small green buds and oval leaves close up.


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