Plant Habit: | Herb/Forb |
Life cycle: | Perennial |
Sun Requirements: | Full Sun to Partial Shade Partial or Dappled Shade |
Water Preferences: | Mesic |
Plant Height: | 3 to 4 feet (.9-1.2m) |
Plant Spread: | 4 to 6 feet (1.2-1.8 m) |
Leaves: | Evergreen |
Fruit: | Showy Edible to birds |
Flowers: | Showy Inconspicuous |
Flower Time: | Year Round |
Suitable Locations: | Houseplant |
Edible Parts: | Fruit |
Resistances: | Humidity tolerant |
Toxicity: | Other: All parts of plant contain calcium oxalate crystals, an irritant to the mouth and esophagus. |
Propagation: Seeds: | Other info: Remove seed(s) from berry which contains chemicals that inhibit germination. |
Propagation: Other methods: | Cuttings: Stem |
Containers: | Suitable in 3 gallon or larger Needs excellent drainage in pots |
Child plants: | one child plant |
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