Wild Pomegranate (Burchellia Bubalina) is a perennial shrub in the Rubiaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs. It can be grown indoors.

Burchellia bubalina is an evergreen shrub or small tree native to southern Africa, known for its attractive tubular red to apricot-colored flowers and glossy dark green leaves.

Wild Pomegranate

Wild Pomegranate

Burchellia Bubalina

Burchellia bubalina is an evergreen shrub or small tree native to southern Africa, known for its attractive tubular red to apricot-colored flowers and glossy dark green leaves.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
9-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, gravelly
Indoor:Yes
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen, ornamental, attracting wildlife

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Wild Pomegranate

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
May
...
Jun
...
Jul
...
Aug
...
Sep
...
Oct
...
Nov
...
Dec
...

Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

Humidity Trick

Group plants together to create...

Growth Hack

Rotate your plant every...

Photo Gallery10+ photos

Wild Pomegranate
Wild Pomegranate detail

View leaf details, flowers, seeds & more in the app

Taxonomy

Family:Rubiaceae
Genus:Burchellia