Natal Plum (Carissa Macrocarpa) is a perennial shrub in the Apocynaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Carissa macrocarpa is an evergreen shrub native to tropical and southern Africa known for its thorny stems, dark green leathery leaves, and bright red edible fruits.