Pigeonberry

Rivina humilis
  • Botanical Name: Rivina humilis
  • Plant Type: Groundcover
  • Light Requirement: Full Shade, Partial Shade
  • Water Demand: Low
  • Landscape Use: Container, Erosion Control, Deer Resistant
  • Ornamental Color: White, Pink
  • Native or Adapted: Native
  • Wildlife Value: Birds, Butterflies
  • Season: Fall, Spring, Summer
  • Deciduous or Evergreen: Deciduous
  • Plant Form: Spreading
  • Region: North Central Texas
  • Plant Spread: 1' - 4'
  • Plant Height: 1' - 2'

Description

Excellent for shade. Great for wildlife. Flowers and red berries from spring to fall. Berries may ripen at the base of the spike while flowers bloom at the top. Usually forms small, showy colonies. Berries sought by ground birds.

Pigeonberry Photos