Nertera balfouriana
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Basic Information
Family: Rubiaceae
Genus: nertera
Plant ID (slug): nertera-balfouriana
Numeric ID: 21910
USDA Hardiness: 8-11
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Nertera balfouriana is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.1 m (0ft 4in) by 0.3 m (1ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 9. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland). It prefers moist soil.
Distribution
New Zealand.
Habitats
Woodland Garden Sunny Edge; Cultivated Beds;
Edible Uses
Edible Parts: Fruit Edible Uses: Fruit - raw[173]. The fruit is a berry about 1cm in diameter with a single seed[200].
Medicinal Uses
None known
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Nertera balfouriana