Rubiaceae

Tarenna drummondii

Coastal Tarenna

Shrub

IUCN: VulnerableRare speciesNotes pending review

Size

Quantity

11 medium available right now.

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About

This charming indigenous shrub produces clusters of small, fragrant white flowers, often followed by small, decorative black berries. Its glossy green leaves provide a lush appearance throughout the year, making it an attractive addition to any coastal garden.

Where it works in Kilifi

Ideal for coastal gardens, this shrub thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained, sandy soils. It works well as an understory plant, an informal hedge, or in restoration plantings, offering year-round greenery and seasonal blooms.

Growing notes

This species has a moderate growth rate and, once established, is remarkably drought-tolerant, requiring minimal supplementary watering. It is well-adapted to the hot and humid conditions of the Kilifi coast and generally pest-free.

Sources

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