Buxus microphylla (Buxaceae) Evergreen shrub

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Buxus microphylla
Evergreen shrub
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The Buxus microphylla plant species is found in E. Asia - China, Japan. It is a member of the Buxaceae family.

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Latin Name:  Buxus microphylla
Family:  Buxaceae
Author:  Sieb.&Zucc.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  1   Mature Width:  1.5

Habitat:  Not known in a truly wild situation[58].

Cultivation Notes: Succeeds in almost any soil that is well-drained[11, 200], tolerating light shade and chalky soils[1, 182, 200]. Tolerates a pH range from 5.5 to 7.4[200]. A very ornamental but slow-growing plant[1]. A polymorphic species[200], there are some named varieties developed for their ornamental value[182, 200]. The foliage is pungently scented, especially when wet[245].

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