Carissa bispinosa

Forest Num-num (e), Bosnoemnoem (a), umVusankunzi (z),

isiBethankunzi (x)

S.A. No.640.1

Type	Size	Characteristics	Flowers	Position
Shrub	1 to 2 metres	Hardy,evergreen, drought resistant.	Cream	Sun to shade

Hardy, evergreen, drought resistant, spiny shrub. It has thick, rigid, leathery, dark green, glossy leaves and the ‘Y’ shaped thorns that split twice. Clusters of white, scented flowers appear from Aug. to Jan. followed by small, attractive, red, edible fruits that attract birds to the garden. It can be grown in sun or shade and makes a good addition to a security hedge. Responds well to pruning.

Size 1 to 2m