
Pentagonia grandiflora
Family: Rubiaceae
Pentagonia
large shrub 5-10 ft, small tree 10-20 ft, shade, semi-shade,
regular water, white/off-white flowers, ornamental foliage, edible,
ultra tropical, min. temp. 55F
Small tree with 2 inch long 1 inch wide white flowers. Sweet
edible fruits are clustered near the ends of the branches, sized to
3 inches. Large leaves to 2 ft; clustered near end of the branches.
Full sun to medium shade. Warm moist conditions are best. Rare in
cultivation. Outdoors in Zones 10 to 11. Good container plant for a
sunny window.
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