Native from southern Texas into Mexico, this evergreen shrub or small tree is underutilized in the Southwest. The deep green leaves are large, leathery, and coarse in texture. Large white flowers with a yellow throat are borne in clusters from spring through fall. The small, sweet edible fruit resembles an olive. Abundant flower and seed litter should be expected. Plant in full sun and reflected heat locations. The rate of growth depends on the amount of irrigation.
Cordia boissieri (Texas Olive, Mexican Olive)
Cordia boissieri
Texas Olive, Mexican Olive
Native from southern Texas into Mexico, this evergreen shrub or small tree is underutilized in the Southwest. The deep green leaves are large, leathery, and coarse in texture. Large white flowers with a yellow throat are borne in clusters from spring through fall. The small, sweet edible fruit resembles an olive. Abundant flower and seed litter should be expected. Plant in full sun and reflected heat locations. The rate of growth depends on the amount of irrigation.
| Plant Type | Native, Shrub, Tree |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Water Needs | Low, Average |
| Hardiness Zone | Zone 9 (20° F) |
| Flower Color | White |
| Flower Season | Spring, Summer, Fall |
| Growth Rate | Moderate, Slow |
| Height | 25' - 30' (ft) |
| Spread | 20'- 25' (ft) |
| Spacing | 25' (ft) |
| Characteristics | Showy |
| Attracts | Bees, Birds, Pollinators |
| Maintenance | Average |
| Garden Uses | Hedges and Screens, Patio and Containers |
| Tolerance | Deer, Drought |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil PH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Image by: Wiki Commons
Image by: Wiki Commons
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