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(Vallesia glabra)
Pearlberry (Vallesia glabra)
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Francisco Farriols Sarabia
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Photo by: Francisco Farriols Sarabia | License Type: CC BY 4.0 | License URL: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ | Rights Holder: Francisco Farriols Sarabia | Publisher: iNaturalist | Date Created: 2019-03-20T10:28:16-07:00 |
Estimated Native Range
Summary
Vallesia glabra, commonly known as Pearlberry, is an evergreen shrub native to dry forests, thorn scrub, and arroyos in Mexico, Central America, South America, and the Caribbean. It can reach a height of 16 feet (5 meters) and a width of 6-10 feet (1.8-3 meters), with a dense, rounded form. The plant is notable for its glossy green leaves and clusters of small, fragrant white flowers that bloom in the spring and summer, followed by translucent, pearl-like berries that are attractive to birds.
Pearlberry is valued for its drought tolerance and ornamental features, including its showy berries and fragrant flowers. It is used in cultivation for hedges, screens, and as a feature plant in xeriscapes or dry gardens. It requires minimal maintenance once established, thriving in full sun to part shade and preferring well-drained soils. While it is drought-tolerant, occasional watering during prolonged dry periods can keep the plant looking its best.CC BY-SA 4.0
Pearlberry is valued for its drought tolerance and ornamental features, including its showy berries and fragrant flowers. It is used in cultivation for hedges, screens, and as a feature plant in xeriscapes or dry gardens. It requires minimal maintenance once established, thriving in full sun to part shade and preferring well-drained soils. While it is drought-tolerant, occasional watering during prolonged dry periods can keep the plant looking its best.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Shrub
- Height: 6-20 feet
- Width: 6-10 feet
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Flower Color: White
- Flowering Season: Fall
- Leaf Retention: Evergreen
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Full Sun, Part Shade
- Water: Low
- Drainage: Fast
Common Uses
Bird Garden, Butterfly Garden, Low Maintenance
Natural Habitat
native to dry forests, thorn scrub, and arroyos in Mexico, Central America, South America, and the Caribbean
Other Names
Common Names: Amarguillo
Scientific Names: , Vallesia glabra, Vallesia dichotoma, Vallesia glabra var. glabra, Vallesia cymbifolia, Rauvolfia glabra, Vallesia chiococcoides, Vallesia inedita, Vallesia punctata,
GBIF Accepted Name: Vallesia glabra (Cav.) Link