Cordia boissieri
Texas Olive
Description
Large shrub or small tree grows to 10' x 10'. Leaves are large, leathery, coarse, and gray green. Showy white flowers have a yellow throat and are borne in clusters from spring to fall. Takes reflected heat. Fruit is a small green egg resembling an olive and edible by birds. Native to south Texas and northern Mexico.
Plant Type
Tree, Shrub
Height Range
6-12'
Flower Color
White
Flower Season
Spring, Summer, Fall
Leaf Color
Grey Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
Green
Fruit Season
Summer, Fall
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low, Medium
Growth Rate
Moderate, Slow
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Poor, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral, Basic
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish, Tropical
Accenting Features
Multi-trunk Tree, Showy Flowers, Unusual Foliage
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Background, Entry, Foundation, Patio, Park, Raised Planter, Walkways, With Rocks
Special Uses
Screen, Small Spaces
Attracts Wildlife
Birds
Water Saving Tip:
Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.