Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Garryales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
japonica
ID:
297720

Status:
valid

Authors:
Thunb.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1783

Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Pl. 3: 61 (1783)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000297052



Common Names

  • Japanese Aucuba
  • Spotted Laurel
  • Gold Dust Plant


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Description

Aucuba japonica (also called Japanese Aucuba, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, up to 8 m tall, with a trunk diameter of up to 25 cm. It is native to Central and South America, and grows in tropical and subtropical moist forests.

Uses & Benefits

Aucuba japonica is used for its ornamental value in gardens and as a cut flower.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Aucuba japonica var. japonica
Aucuba japonica var. ovoidea Koidz.
Aucuba japonica var. borealis Miyabe & Kudô

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aucuba japonica has yellow flowers with red anthers. The seeds are small, dark brown and round-shaped. The seedlings have a single pair of round-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aucuba japonica is a slow-growing evergreen shrub that can reach up to 6 feet in height. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings in the summer or by layering in the spring.

Where to Find Aucuba japonica

Aucuba japonica can be found in Japan.

Aucuba japonica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aucuba japonica?

Aucuba japonica

What is the natural habitat of Aucuba japonica?

Tropical rainforests

What are the common names of Aucuba japonica?

Rainforest palm

References

Carl Peter Thunberg (1743-1828): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thunb.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:271451-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.