Malpighia coccigera

Miniature, West Indian or Singapore Holly

HARDINESS: Zone 10-11
MATURE HEIGHT AND SPREAD: 2.5' x 3'
CLASSIFICATION: Evergreen shrub
LANDSCAPE USE: Low hedge or groundcover
CHARACTERISTICS: The spreading branches with shiny, dark green, holly-like leaves are a backdrop for 1" white flowers in spring followed by orange edible berries. Sun or part shade are best, and the plants tolerate high pH and some salt exposure.