Myrsine guianensis

Myrsine, Rapanea

Family: Myrsinaceae Myrsine


Type Tree
USDA Hardiness range 10A - 11
Exposure Full shade to partial shade or partial sun
Bloom color Green, white, yellow
Bloom time Year 'round
Water needs Moist
Landscape uses Border, screen, standard, specimen, street tree
Height 15' to 25' / 4.60m to 7.60m
Spread 10' to 15' / 3.00m to 4.60m
Growth rate Moderate
Persistence Evergreen, needles or needle-like
Leaf color Green
Fruit color Black
Soil pH requirements Acidic, neutral, slightly alkaline
Soil type Sandy, clay, loamy
Form Oval, upright or erect
Attributes and features Native to North America