Common Name: Natal plum bush
 
Habit: Carissa has dark green, glossy foliage evergreen in most locations.  Locate away from walkways and children’s play areas as this plant has thick forked thorns. 
Flowers: In the warmer months, the plant is scattered with white flowers shaped like stars. The blooms are 2 inches across with thick waxy petals and an orange blossom scent which is stronger at night. Following the start of blooming bright red edible fruit appear, these are edible, taste like cranberries and great for jam.
Care: Full sun is required for good flowers and fruit, however afternoon shade especially during the heat of summer is beneficial.  Choose any well drained soil preferably sandy, Carissa can handle strong winds, salty soil/sea spray. Great in pots and tubs, also does very well in rockeries and borders.
 
الأسم: كاريسا
طبيعة النبتة: تشتهر بدوام إخضرارها في معظم الأماكن. وأوراقها الامعة. يجب أن تزرع بعيد عن متناول الأطفال بسبب شوكها.
طبيعة الزهرة: في فصول السنة الدافئة تزهر ورودا بيضاء على شكل نجمة وتزهر فاكهة حمراء قابلة للأكل.
العناية: تفضل المناطق المشمسة لتساعدها على الإزهار ولكن القليل من الظل قد يحميها من حرارة الصيف القوية.