Turraea obtusifolia
Water Needs
moderate
Shrub small
Honeysuckle bush
1,5 x 1,5
Size
Light Conditions
sun; semi-shade
Frost
moderate
Flowers
white; January to February; summer
Garden Situation
sun; semi-shade; light shade; container; sandy soils; wildlife moths insects birds; shrubbery
Habitat
woodland forest; coastal eastern cape; coastal kzn; grassland; bushveld
Region
subtropical east coast; thicket; highveld; savanna bushveld
Rain Season
summer
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Description
This small shrub (1.5 x 1.5) is unscented during the day, and should be planted close to the patio to make the most of the night time fragrance. With outstanding glossy, dark green leaves, and pure white star-like flowers, it is at its best from mid-summer when in flower from January to February. A fairly slow grower, it is small enough for a patio specimen and does well in a pot. Attracts birds and is pollinated by moths.