{"product_id":"natal-plum-carissa-macrocarpa-20-seeds","title":"Natal Plum Carissa macrocarpa 20 Seeds","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003eCarissa macrocarpa, commonly known as Natal plum or Large Num-Num, is a species of flowering shrub native to South Africa. Here's a description:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003eAppearance: Carissa macrocarpa typically grows as a dense, evergreen shrub with a spreading habit, reaching heights of around 2 to 4 meters (6.5 to 13 feet). Its glossy, dark green leaves are elliptical to lance-shaped, arranged oppositely along the stems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003eFlowers: The plant produces fragrant, star-shaped flowers, usually white or pink in color, with a prominent cluster of stamens in the center. These blooms are quite ornamental and attractive to pollinators like bees and butterflies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003eFruits: One of the most distinctive features of Carissa macrocarpa is its large, plum-like fruits, which are edible and turn from green to deep red or purple-black when ripe. The fruits are juicy and sweet, often used in jams, jellies, or eaten fresh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003eThorns: Like many other members of the genus Carissa, this species has sharp thorns along its stems, which serve as a protective mechanism against browsing animals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003eCultural Significance: In addition to its ornamental value, Carissa macrocarpa holds cultural significance in some regions where it is grown. Its fruits are not only enjoyed as a food source but also used in traditional medicine for various purposes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003eGrowing Conditions: Natal plum is adaptable to a range of soil types but prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil. It thrives in full sun to partial shade and is tolerant of coastal conditions, making it a popular choice for gardens in mild coastal climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003eLandscaping Use: Because of its attractive foliage, fragrant flowers, and colorful fruits, Carissa macrocarpa is often used in landscaping as a hedge, screen, or specimen plant. It can also be trained into a small tree with pruning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Floridaseeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48946960990296,"sku":"idt1790064846521","price":7.55,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/2359\/5352\/files\/natal-plum-carissa-macrocarpa-20-seeds_1.webp?v=1790064850","url":"https:\/\/printercopyclad.shop\/products\/natal-plum-carissa-macrocarpa-20-seeds","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}