Plant Type
The glossy, hard, leathery leaves of Strychnos pungens end in a sharp spine-like tip. Clusters of yellow-green flowers are followed by large fruit (10cm dia.)that are green or blue-green and eventually when ripe turn brown.
Plant Description
Strychnos pungens has glossy, hard, leathery leaves that end in a sharp spine-like tip. Clusters of yellow-green flowers are followed by large fruits (10cm dia.) that are green or blue-green and eventually when ripe turn brown. Plant in a well-drained soil. It will withstand moderate frost.
Strychnos pungens is of great value in areas where wildlife is still present.