Mangle Dulce
Maytenus phyllanthoides
Mangle dulce does well in containers. It is also highly salt tolerant.
THE BASICS
Type: Shrub
Sun: Full sun, partial sun
Hardiness: 20°F
Water: Low
Native to: Southern U.S., Mexico
GROWTH RATE
Growth Rate: Slow
Mature Height: 3 feet
Mature Width: 4 feet
Mature Form: Mounding
FOLIAGE
Evergreen
Color: Light green
Texture: Medium
WILDLIFE
FLOWERS
Flower Color: Green (nonshowy)
Season: spring
COMMENTS
Litter: Low
Thorns: None
Allergenic: No
Irritation: None
Photo Credit: Dave Seibert
Photos (l-r, t-b) : Dave Seibert