Black-fruited Nertera (Nertera Nigricarpa) is a perennial herb in the Rubiaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or full shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Nertera nigricarpa is a low-growing perennial herbaceous plant characterized by its entire leaves, purple-black petals, black fruits, and dark-purple seeds with raised striate.