Botanical name: Duranta erecta. Category: Shrubs. Typical mature/retail size: 1–3 m. Light: Full sun. Water: Moderate; well-drained. Landscape use: Hedges, topiary, colour contrast. India nursery availability: Common ornamental nursery shrub. Berries may be toxic if eaten; avoid planting where children or pets may ingest them. Availability, cultivar, plant size and price vary by city, season and supplier; confirm live stock and exact botanical identity with the local nursery before ordering.