Evergreen shrub, 5-8 feet tall and wide, with leathery, glossy green leaves on spiny branches. Fragrant, star-shaped, white flowers in summer  are followed by red fruits. Native to South Africa.

Low-growing and thornless cultivars are available. C. macrocarpa ‘Green Carpet’ is 12-18 inches tall and 4-5 feet wide. C. macrocarpa ‘Tomlinson’ is 2-3 feet tall and thornless. Plant in sun to light shade, well-drained soils.