Myrcianthes aff. fragrans ‘Ogden Collection’

An uncommon evergreen tree that appears to be a large-leafed form of Myrcianthes fragrans. This plant was collected in Durango, Mexico by Scott Ogden, who kindly shared some of his plant material with John Fairey. Although typical Myrcianthes fragrans is mostly native to Florida, it has also been found across Central America, so it's not entirely impossible for it to have made its way to Mexico at some point. Regardless, the large ovate leaves of this form are beautiful and hardy in our Texas climate, making it a very desirable ornamental plant. Like typical M. fragrans, this form can easily be pruned and shaped into rounded hedges or topiaries, and makes for a great privacy screen. The fruits are medium-sized and red, and are heavily favored by native birds. Plant in full sun and in well-draining soil.