Ehretia microphylla Lam.

Family Name: Boraginaceae

Synonyms: Carmona retusa (Vahl) Masam., Cordia retusa

Common Name:Tsaang-Gubat, Fukien Tea Tree, Wild Tea, Scorpion Bush, 满福木

Carmona retusa or commonly known as Fukien Tea or Philippine Tea Tree. Carmona retusa with small white flowers and small drupe fruits. The fruit is consumed raw while leaves infusion is used as a tea substitute. C. retusa is also planted as an ornamental hedge.

Nice colorful specimen for bright shade or full sun.

Plant Growth Form: Shrub

PLANT CARE:

Light:Full Sun

Water:Moderate Water, Water when soil feels dry to the touch,
do not over-water.not to water too often because it doesn’t like soil wetness either

Fertiliser: Every every 2-3 weeks

Soil:Well-Drained Soils

Height:pprox. 0.3-0.5mH(vary in sizes)