Rubiaceae

Pyrostria phyllanthoidea

Forest Coffee-pear

Small/Medium Tree

Common speciesNotes pending review

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About

This small to medium-sized evergreen tree boasts attractive glossy green leaves. It produces clusters of small, fragrant white flowers, followed by decorative red or orange berry-like fruits that are attractive to birds.

Where it works in Kilifi

Ideal for mixed borders, underplanting larger trees, or as an attractive specimen in smaller gardens. It thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soils typical of the Kilifi coast.

Growing notes

This species exhibits a moderate growth rate and, once established, is quite drought-tolerant, requiring minimal supplementary watering. It is generally hardy and low-maintenance in our coastal climate.

Sources

Drafted from: Gemini 2.5 Flash. Please verify with local knowledge before relying on these notes.