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Buxus harlandii

Scientific Name: Buxus harlandii

Family: Buxaceae

Category: Dicot

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Buxus harlandii: Harland Boxwood

Buxus harlandii, commonly known as Harland boxwood or Chinese box, is an evergreen shrub prized for its dense foliage and suitability for bonsai. It's a popular choice among bonsai enthusiasts due to its small leaves and fissured bark.

Considerations for Pets

  • As an evergreen shrub, Buxus harlandii has leaves that persist throughout the year.

Considerations for Children

  • As an evergreen shrub, Buxus harlandii has leaves that persist throughout the year.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Buxus harlandii Hance
  • Common Names: Harland boxwood, Harland's Box, Chinese box
  • Family: Buxaceae
  • Genus: Buxus

Distribution and Habitat

  • Native to China.
  • Also found in Japan and Korea.

Morphological Characteristics

  • Evergreen shrub, typically growing to 1 meter (3ft 3in), but can reach 4-6 ft.
  • Slow-growing.
  • Leaves are dark green, glossy, and leathery, with slightly notched tips.
  • Dense, mounding shrub with a vase-shaped form when mature.
  • Bushy habit, 15-60cm in height with leaves 1-3cm long, oblanceolate to obovate, with a notched tip.

Growing Conditions

  • Hardy to zone (UK) 7.
  • Prefers shade or semi-shade.
  • Indoor light requirement of only 800 Lux.
  • Drought tolerant.

Flowering

  • Flowers from April to May.