Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Buxales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macrocarpa
ID:
577209

Status:
valid

Authors:
Capuron

Source:
cmp

Year:
1960

Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris) 16: 80 (1960)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000576541

Common Names

  • Macrocarpa Boxwood
  • Macrocarpa Box
  • Macrocarpa Boxwood Tree

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Description

Buxus macrocarpa (also called 'Large-Fruited Boxwood', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to Madagascar. It has small, oval leaves and produces small, yellow flowers. It is found in dry, rocky habitats, as well as in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Buxus macrocarpa is an evergreen shrub that is often used for hedges and topiary. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its dense foliage provides excellent wind protection.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Buxus macrocarpa are small, greenish-yellow, and have a pleasant scent. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a thick stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Buxus macrocarpa is an evergreen shrub native to Madagascar. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings and prefers full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soils and climates.

Where to Find Buxus macrocarpa

Buxus macrocarpa is native to China and Taiwan. It grows in moist forests, thickets, and along roadsides.

Buxus macrocarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Buxus macrocarpa?

Buxus macrocarpa

What is the common name of Buxus macrocarpa?

Macrocarpa Buxus

What type of plant is Buxus macrocarpa?

Buxus macrocarpa is an evergreen shrub

Species in the Buxus genus

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,

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,

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