Cordia parvifolia
Little Leaf Cordia
Description
Medium sized shrub to 8' from Chihuahua & Sonora. Character is open and sprawling. Branches are grey & covered with greyish-olive, small leaves which are oval and toothed. Leaves are usually evergreen except with hard freezes. Sun or shade. Not as attractive in winter. Give adequate room so pruning will not destroy its character. Warm humid conditions trigger blooms which are small & pure white in masses. Tough and needs little maintenance. Mexican native, it is drought tolerant when established.
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
3-6'
Flower Color
White
Flower Season
Spring, Summer, Fall, Constant
Leaf Color
Green, Grey Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs. If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.