Is Duranta erecta invasive?

erecta is allelopathic and forms dense thickets, displacing native plants and associated organisms. It is reported to invade riparian habitats and scrublands and it is listed as one of the 50 most invasive species in New South Wales and among the top 100 most invasive plants in southeastern Queensland.

Where should I plant my Duranta erecta?

When the weather becomes chilly, you can bring the plant inside and place it near a south-facing window for beautiful color all winter long. Duranta plants prefer rich organic soil that is somewhat loamy and drains well. It is especially important to keep soil light if you are planting in a container.

Can you eat Duranta erecta?

This plant has high severity poison characteristics. Pigeon Berry is a beautiful plant but can be very harmful if eaten by children and pets. It is native to Florida and South America.

How tall does a Duranta erecta variegata grow?

Duranta ‘Alba’ bears pure-white flowers followed by yellow fruit. It grows 1-2 feet tall as an annual and up to six feet tall as a tropical shrub. Duranta erecta ‘Variegata’ is grown for its beautiful variegated foliage. This variety has green leaves edged heavily in creamy yellow with blue blooms in summer. Zones 9-11

What kind of flowers does Duranta repens have?

Duranta repens ‘Variegata’ – Variegated Duranta. Variegated Duranta is a fast-growing tropical shrub with beautiful blue flowers and variegated leaves in green and creamy white. Flowers develop into golden berry clusters, giving it the nickname Golden Dewdrop. Another common name is Sky Flower. This easy care plant likes full sun and regular water.

Is the Duranta erecta flower poisonous to humans?

Flowers are very attractive to butterflies. Duranta erecta, long grown as D. repens is native to the New World from Florida, the Caribbean south to Brazil and has many common names, including golden dewdrop, pigeon-berry and sky-flower. The attractive fruits and the foliage have saponins that are poisonous to humans.

How tall does Duranta erecta’sapphire showers’grow?

Duranta erecta ‘Sapphire Showers’ is an extremely floriferous selection. Deep blue flowers with a white edge cover plants in summer, and throughout the year in tropical climates. Zones 9-11 Duranta ‘Alba’ bears pure-white flowers followed by yellow fruit. It grows 1-2 feet tall as an annual and up to six feet tall as a tropical shrub.