Plant Habit: | Shrub |
Life cycle: | Perennial |
Sun Requirements: | Full Sun Full Sun to Partial Shade |
Water Preferences: | Mesic |
Plant Height: | 9 feet |
Leaves: | Evergreen |
Fruit: | Edible to birds Other: Edible to insects including ants which help to bury the seed. Edible to rabbits and other animals that help to disperse the seed. |
Flower Color: | Yellow |
Bloom Size: | 1"-2" |
Flower Time: | Other: Native to South Africa. Flowers March through May in California; July through October in Australia |
Suitable Locations: | Beach Front |
Uses: | Will Naturalize |
Resistances: | Salt tolerant |
Propagation: Seeds: | Other info: Brush fires can split the seed coat to allow seed to take up water and improve germination. |