Native to the Caribbean and parts of Florida. Not the edible olive that we all know and love, but does produce a small, black seed-capsule. Flowers are insignificant. An evergreen tree with a smooth trunk when young. Grows normally as a very dense full canopy. The lush, dark bluish/green, leathery leaves can be over 2" long and are clustered at the branch tips, sometimes mixed with 1" long spines found along the branches. Loves the heat and sun. do not expose to temperatures below 40F. Great indoor bonsai. 12 years old. 10"x14"x16". Potted in an 8" ceramic blue/green rectangular container as shown. Suitable 10"x8" humidity/drip tray is recommended. To purchase add $5.95. Shipped via UPS Ground - $19.95