Conkerberry, Native Currant, Black Currant
Carissaovata

Family: Apocynaceae (a-pos-ih-NAY-see-ee)
Genus: Carissa (kar-ISS-uh)
Species: ovata (oh-VAY-tuh)

Category
Edible Fruits and Nuts
Shrubs

Water Requirements
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater

Sun Exposure
Full Sun

Foliage
Evergreen
Textured

Foliage Color

Height
36-48 in. (90-120 cm)
4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m)
6-8 ft. (1.8-2.4 m)
8-10 ft. (2.4-3 m)

Spacing

Hardiness

Where to Grow

Danger
Parts of plant are poisonous if ingested
Plant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handling

Bloom Color
White/Near White

Bloom Characteristics
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
Flowers are fragrant

Bloom Size

Bloom Time

Other details
May be a noxious weed or invasive

Soil pH requirements

Patent Information

Propagation Methods
By simple layering

Seed Collecting