Orange Bird Berry (Hoslundia Opposita) is a perennial shrub in the Lamiaceae 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.

Hoslundia opposita is a hardy, evergreen, small to medium-sized shrub or perennial herb with aromatic leaves and small creamy-green flowers, producing fleshy, orange berry-like fruits.

Orange Bird Berry

Orange Bird Berry

Hoslundia Opposita

Hoslundia opposita is a hardy, evergreen, small to medium-sized shrub or perennial herb with aromatic leaves and small creamy-green flowers, producing fleshy, orange berry-like fruits.

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:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:hedge, ornamental, medicinal plant

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Orange Bird Berry

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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.

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Taxonomy

Family:Lamiaceae
Genus:Hoslundia