Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
aculeatus
ID:
733095

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 1041 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000732428

Common Names

  • Ruscus aculeatus
  • Butcher's Broom
  • Knee Holly

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Synonyms

  • Oxymyrsine pungens Bubani [unknown]
  • Ruscus dumosus E.D.Clarke [unknown]
  • Ruscus flexuosus Mill. [unknown]
  • Ruscus laxus Sm. [unknown]
  • Ruscus ponticus Woronow [unknown]
  • Ruscus parasiticus Gueldenst. [unknown]
  • Ruscus aculeatus angustifolius Boiss. [unknown]
  • Ruscus aculeatus pumilus Druce [unknown]
  • Ruscus aculeatus laxus (Sm.) K.Richt. [unknown]

Description

Ruscus aculeatus (also called butcher's broom, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Europe, North Africa and western Asia. It grows in dry, sunny habitats, and has small, oval-shaped leaves and small, red flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Ruscus aculeatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, fever, and ulcers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ruscus aculeatus is a small, white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened bean-like shape. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ruscus aculeatus is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that is native to Europe. It is a slow-growing plant and can take several years to reach its full size. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division or cuttings. Division should be done in the spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken in the summer and rooted in a mixture of sand and peat moss.

Where to Find Ruscus aculeatus

Ruscus aculeatus is native to Europe and can be found in France, Spain, and Italy.

Ruscus aculeatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ruscus aculeatus?

Ruscus aculeatus

What is the common name of Ruscus aculeatus?

Butcher's Broom

What is the natural habitat of Ruscus aculeatus?

Temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere

Species in the Asparagaceae family

Acanthocarpus canaliculatus, Acanthocarpus humilis, Acanthocarpus parviflorus, Acanthocarpus preissii, Acanthocarpus robustus, Acanthocarpus rupestris, Acanthocarpus verticillatus, Agave acicularis, Agave acklinicola, Agave ajoensis, Agave aktites, Agave albescens, Agave albomarginata, Agave americana, Agave angustiarum, Agave angustifolia, Agave anomala, Agave antillarum, Agave apedicellata, Agave applanata, Agave arizonica, Agave arubensis, Agave asperrima, Agave atrovirens, Agave attenuata, Agave aurea, Agave avellanidens, Agave bahamana, Agave bicolor, Agave boldinghiana, Agave bovicornuta, Agave braceana, Agave bracteosa, Agave brevipetala, Agave brevispina, Agave brittoniana, Agave brunnea, Agave bulliana, Agave cacozela, Agave cajalbanensis, Agave calodonta, Agave capensis, Agave caribaeicola, Agave cerulata, Agave chamelensis, Agave chiapensis, Agave chrysantha, Agave chrysoglossa, Agave cocui, Agave collina,

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