|C. harringtoniana var. drupacea is more small tree than shrub, with interesting bark which is dark charcoal and is partially peeled and somewhat furrowed in appearance. This coniferous shrub has narrow, pointed leaves that
are dark green, 1 1/2 - 2 inch long and attached to shots, forming a V. Form is spreading and squat, though some cultivars may grow to 30' tall. Width ranges from 5-10 foot. A wonder shrub in that it is tolerant of heat, humidity, shade, and even wet soils. Female plants develop small, plum-like fruit, thus the name.