Status:
valid
Authors:
Franch.
Source:
tro
Year:
1899
Citation Micro:
Pl. Delavay. : 135 (1899)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001219019
Common Names
- Pachysandra axillaris
- Axillary Pachysandra
- Axillaris Pachysandra
Description
Pachysandra axillaris (also called 'Axillary Pachysandra', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the southeastern United States. It has small, leathery leaves and yellow-green flowers. It grows in dry, rocky areas and is often found in open woods.
Uses & Benefits
Pachysandra axillaris is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a ground cover and for soil erosion control.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Pachysandra axillaris sub. stylosa (Dunn) Boufford & Q.Y.Xiang
Pachysandra axillaris var. glaberrima (Hand.-Mazz.) C.Y.Wu
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pachysandra axillaris is a small, white, four-petalled flower. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, round, and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pachysandra axillaris is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2 m in height. It is best grown in partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Pachysandra axillaris
Pachysandra axillaris is found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Species in the Pachysandra genus
Species in the Buxaceae family
Buxus braimbridgeorum,
Buxus cipolinica,
Buxus triptera,
Buxus yunquensis,
Buxus acuminata,
Buxus acunae,
Buxus acutata,
Buxus aneura,
Buxus arborea,
Buxus austroyunnanensis,
Buxus bahamensis,
Buxus balearica,
Buxus bartlettii,
Buxus benguellensis,
Buxus bissei,
Buxus bodinieri,
Buxus brevipes,
Buxus calcarea,
Buxus capuronii,
Buxus chaoanensis,
Buxus citrifolia,
Buxus cochinchinensis,
Buxus cordata,
Buxus crassifolia,
Buxus cubana,
Buxus ekmanii,
Buxus excisa,
Buxus glomerata,
Buxus gonoclada,
Buxus hainanensis,
Buxus harlandii,
Buxus hebecarpa,
Buxus hildebrandtii,
Buxus humbertii,
Buxus ichagensis,
Buxus imbricata,
Buxus itremoensis,
Buxus jaucoensis,
Buxus laevigata,
Buxus lancifolia,
Buxus latistyla,
Buxus leivae,
Buxus linearifolia,
Buxus lisowskii,
Buxus liukiuensis,
Buxus loheri,
Buxus macowanii,
Buxus macrocarpa,
Buxus macrophylla,
Buxus madagascarica,