Diospyros whyteana

Black-bark: Compact, evergreen and durable shrub or small tree 9-16' tall with shiny, green, 1 1/2" long leathery leaves with undulating margins. Dark grey bark and reddish brown stems. New growth is bright green. Small lightly fragrant bell shaped dioecious white flowers (our plants are female).  Full sun to part shade. Low water. Great in containers. Deer and rabbit resistant. Heat, seacoast, wind and drought tolerant once established.