A small Tropical Rainforest tree, which grows to around 10 metres. The elongated leaves are dark green and serrated along the edge. (Saw edged) They grow opposite each other. The fruit is a similar size and purple colour to a domestic plum. And are found on drooping branches from around August to January. The purple plums are often seen littering the forest floorThe leaves and often the fruit are covered with fine brown hairs that can cause skin irritation. Rub the hairs off the fruit using large leaves found in the local area. Do not use clothing or handkerchiefs for . . .
Davidson Plum
Davidsonia pruriens
Leaf Structures
Leaf Structure Legend

Alternate Leaf Structure

Opposite Leaf Structure

Trifoliate Leaf Structure

Tri-Lobed

Lance Like

Elongated, ribbon like

Serrated or saw edged

Oval Shaped Leaf

Heart Shaped

Terminal Bud

Mid Rib
Tropical Rainforest / Vegetation / Davidson Plum