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Thank you for the perfectly wrapped cherry tree, which arrived promptly and in good condition. I was very impressed.
Stephanie, Rayleigh
Supplied as a containerised plant standing approximately 6" - 8" (15 - 20 cm) above the pot.
Available from - Attempting To SourceA bright red fruit and flesh which has a sweet-and-our flavour containing good sources of Vitamin A, B and C.
The leaves are a vibrant dark green with white perfumed flowers (the fragrance intensifies at night) and the branches have spines. The red fruits are tapered at one end
Originally from South Africa, this is now more widely grown and often called Num-Num, Karonda, Corinda, Amathungulu, umThungulu oBomvu or noem-noem.
Please note that whilst the fruits are edible, the stems and leaves are thought not to be (and contain a white milky sap which may be mildly toxic). The Natal plum is a member of the Dogbane / Apocynaceae family.
Makes a good hedging plant in warmer climates.