This sprawling shrub is a common ornamental in subtropical and tropical regions.gt;Its leaves and young berries are toxic to humans and pets. Birds, however, have no problems eating the berries.

Native Range: Mexico and South America

Potential invasiveness: potentially invasive in specific areas of California in Australia, across Asia, South Africa and the Pacific Islands

Tree Shape: Prostrate or Rounded
Foliage Type: Deciduous
Maximum Tree Height: 15 feet
Canopy Width: 5-10feet
Leaf Arrangement and Form: Alternate and Simple
Leaf Shape: Ovate
Leaf Color: Green
Fall Color: No
Flowers: Showy, Fragrant
Flower Color: White or Blue
Flower Time: Spring or Summer
Fruit Size and Color: Small Orange Drupe
Fruiting Time: Fall or Summer
Bark Color: Grey
Bark Texture: Smooth

Recommended Planting Area: 2′ to 4′
Water Use Rating: Medium
Sunset Climate Zone: 13, 16 – 24, H1 and H2
Soil Texture: Sand or Loam
Soil pH: Very Acidic to Very Alkaline
Salt Tolerance: Moderate
Schoolyard Trees: No
Shade Tolerance: No

Potential health issues: Poisonous
Wildlife Interactions: Attracts
Disease and Pest Susceptibility: Anthracnose, Nematodes, Scale and Whiteflies
Utility Friendly: Yes