Evergreen shrub or small tree native to Chile. Reaches approximately 3–4 m in height and up to 6 m in diameter. Blooms in spring with creamy white flowers. A low water-demand species, adaptable to varied conditions.
Characteristics
Size
3–4 m tall; up to 6 m in diameter
Fruit
Frutos presentes; la especie produce frutos.
Use
Ornamental shrub, low-water gardens and pollinator-friendly spaces.
Propagation
From seed.
Medicinal
Used in Chilean folk medicine as an anti-inflammatory and for skin conditions; the resin has traditional uses.
Care
☀️Light: Full sun
💧Watering: Low
📏Soil: Adaptable to a wide range of soils; tolerates poor and saline soils.
