Description
Eurya coriacea (also called Leathery Eurya, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree with a rounded crown and a spreading habit. It is native to China, Taiwan, and Japan, and is commonly found in forests, thickets, and along stream banks. It has leathery, glossy, dark green leaves and small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Eurya coriacea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, colds, and coughs.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Eurya coriacea has white flowers, small, black, shiny seeds and small, oval seedlings.
Cultivation and Propagation
Eurya coriacea is a perennial evergreen shrub that is native to East Asia. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It is best to water the plant regularly and fertilize it every few weeks during the growing season.