Aucuba japonica (Japanese Aucuba) - Image 5

Botanical name: Aucuba japonica

Common names: Japanese Aucuba, Japanese Laurel

Family: Cornaceae

Origin: East Asia

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 6-10?

USDA Plant Hardiness MapPlant used for bonsaiLarge shrub 5-10 ft tallSemi-shadeShadeWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyOrnamental foliageUnusual colorSubtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short timeSeaside, salt tolerant plant
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Aucuba japonica (Japanese Aucuba) close up with purple flower petals and yellow center.
Aucuba japonica (Japanese Aucuba) purple petals on small flowers with tiny yellow centers.
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