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Vahl's box

Scientific Name: Buxus vahlii

Family: Buxaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Tree, Shrub

Duration: Perennial

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Buxus vahlii: Vahl's Box

Buxus vahlii, commonly known as Vahl's Box, is a rare tree shrub belonging to the genus Buxus.

Considerations for Pets

Please be aware that other members of the Buxus genus, such as Buxus sempervirens, are known to be toxic when ingested. While this text makes no mention of any toxicity of Buxus vahlii, or any toxic properties, it is important to exercise caution and ensure that pets do not consume any part of this plant.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Buxus vahlii Baill.
  • Common Names: Vahl's Box, Smooth Box (Puerto Rico), Box (in majority of English-speaking countries)
  • Synonym: Tricera vahlii (Baill.)

Distribution and Habitat

  • Native to Puerto Rico and St. Croix in the U.S. Virgin Islands.

Morphological Characteristics

  • Growth Habit: Tree, Shrub
  • Duration: Perennial (grows year after year)