Common Name: Anacahuite (Wild Olive) (Mexican-Olive) Latin Name: Cordia boissieri Tree Size: Small Leaf Type: Evergreen Growth Rate: Slow Water Needs: Dry Tolerances: Drought, poorly drained sites, alkaline soils (pH > 7.5) Attributes: Texas native, showy or fragrant flower, seeds or fruit eaten by wildlife Features: Large, white flowers bloom throught the year. Comments: Bold leaves contrast large flowers. Problems: Susceptible to freeze damage. Firewise: Yes

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