Waterwise Plant Details
Natal Plum
- Family: Apocynaceae
- Genus: Carissa
- Species: 'Desert Star'
Excellent and tough hedging plant originating in South Africa. Glossy green foliage is topped by pure white fragrant, star-like flowers. These are followed by plum-like, edible fruit.
Pronunciation: Kar-issa
Warning: Avoid contact with milky sap, has sharp spines.