Leaf Morphology
Leaf Type
Simple, evergreen
Shape
Oblanceolate to lanceolate, unlobed
Margin
Entire, slightly wavy
Arrangement
Alternate
Venation
Pinnate, with moderately prominent midrib and lateral veins
Key Features
Stiff leathery texture, smooth entire margin with a wavy edge, and a lanceolate shape
Description
An evergreen shrub or small tree reaching up to 10-18 meters with smooth dark grey-brown bark. Produces small yellowish-green flowers followed by small, shiny black berries.
Habitat
Chaparral and woodland biomes, thriving in full sun to partial shade with well-draining soil
Native Range
Native to the Mediterranean region and widely cultivated in temperate landscapes globally
Identified on 10/18/2026