About Euclea racemosa subsp. schimperi (A.DC.) F.White
Euclea racemosa, commonly known as sea guarrie or dune guarrie, is a small to medium-sized evergreen tree. It is indigenous to the Indian Ocean coast of Africa, ranging from Egypt to South Africa, and also grows in Comoros, Oman, and Yemen. This species has exceptionally even and dense leathery foliage, which makes it an ideal plant for hedges. Euclea racemosa is dioecious, meaning male and female flowers grow on separate individual trees. It produces small white flowers, which are followed by red, purple, and black fruits that attract birds. Local people use its berries to make "Guarrie vinegar". The common name "guarrie" is thought to originate from the local Khoe language, where the term is spelled gwarri. This text refers to the subspecies Euclea racemosa subsp. schimperi (A.DC.) F.White.
