Carissa is a genus of shrubs or small trees native to tropical and subtropical regions of africa, australia and asia Carissa is useful in gardening and is a good choice for a hedge or privacy screen, due to its sharp thorns, attractive flowers, and interesting fruit Until recently about 100 species were listed, but most of them have been relegated to the status of synonyms or assigned to other genera, such as acokanthera
Carissa varieties 'natal plum', 'boxwood beauty' and 'emerald blanket' grow slowly, can be kept small, and have some of the most exquisitely beautiful deep green foliage of all south florida shrubs. Natal plum (carissa macrocarpa) is a flowering, tropical shrub bearing edible fruit Discover everything you need to know about growing and caring for the versatile and beautiful carissa shrub, ideal for sunny gardens and indoor places.
