Luma apiculata

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Description

Luma apiculata is an evergreen shrub or small tree. Grows fast to 6-8 ft. tall and equally wide. Old plants develop beautiful bark, the color of cinnamon. Dense foliage of closely set dark green, oval to roundish, 1/2-1 in. long leaves. Flowers white to pinkish, a little more than 1/2 in. across, with four petals and a large brush of stamens in the center.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Shrub

 

Height Range

6-12'

 

Flower Color

Pink, White

 

Flower Season

n/a

 

Leaf Color

Dark Green

 

Bark Color

Red

 

Fruit Color

Black, Blue

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

 

Water

Medium

 

Growth Rate

Moderate

 

Soil Type

Loam

 

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

 

Soil pH

Neutral

 

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Tropical

 

Accenting Features

n/a

 

Seasonal Interest

Winter

 

Location Uses

Patio

 

Special Uses

n/a

 

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

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