Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Buxales
Family:
Species:
terminalis
ID:
733696

Status:
valid

Authors:
Siebold & Zucc.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1845

Citation Micro:
Abh. Math.-Phys. Cl. Königl. Bayer. Akad. Wiss. 4(2): 142 (1845)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000733029



Common Names

  • Pachysandra
  • Terminalis
  • Japanese Spurge


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Description

Pachysandra terminalis (also called Japanese pachysandra, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Buxaceae family. It is a woody, evergreen, perennial shrub native to Japan, growing in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Pachysandra terminalis is a popular ornamental shrub, often used as a hedge or border plant in gardens. Its flowers are edible and can be used in salads or cooked as a vegetable. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pachysandra terminalis is a small, white tube with five lobes. The seed is a small, round, yellowish-brown nut. The seedlings are small, green and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pachysandra terminalis is a perennial evergreen that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°F (-29°C). It can be propagated by dividing the clumps in spring or fall.

Where to Find Pachysandra terminalis

Pachysandra terminalis is native to Japan and eastern Asia. It is found in woodlands and disturbed areas.

Pachysandra terminalis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pachysandra terminalis?

Pachysandra terminalis

What is the common name of Pachysandra terminalis?

Japanese Spurge

Where is Pachysandra terminalis native to?

Eastern Asia

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2868090: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Gerhard Zuccarini (1797-1848): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zucc.' in the authors string.
Philipp Franz von Siebold (1796-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Siebold' in the authors string.