Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
huerlimannii
ID:
302543

Status:
valid

Authors:
Airy Shaw

Source:
wcs

Year:
1974

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 29: 305 (1974)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000301875

Common Names

  • Huerlimannii Boxwood
  • Huerlimannii Buxus
  • Huerlimannii Austrobuxus

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Description

Austrobuxus huerlimannii (also called Huerlimann's boxwood, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, oval leaves and produces small, white flowers. It typically grows in moist, well-drained soils in areas with partial shade exposure.

Uses & Benefits

Austrobuxus huerlimannii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used for hedging and topiary.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Austrobuxus huerlimannii is a small, tubular flower with five petals. The seed is small, black and oval shaped. The seedlings are thin and upright with small, oval shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Austrobuxus huerlimannii can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It should be watered regularly and fertilized once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Austrobuxus huerlimannii

Austrobuxus huerlimannii is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

Austrobuxus huerlimannii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Austrobuxus huerlimannii?

Austrobuxus huerlimannii

What is the common name of Austrobuxus huerlimannii?

Huerlimann's Box

What is the bloom time of Austrobuxus huerlimannii?

Late Spring to Early Summer

Species in the Picrodendraceae family

Androstachys johnsonii, Aristogeitonia limoniifolia, Aristogeitonia lophirifolia, Aristogeitonia magnistipula, Aristogeitonia monophylla, Aristogeitonia perrieri, Aristogeitonia uapacifolia, Aristogeitonia gabonica, Austrobuxus alticola, Austrobuxus brevipes, Austrobuxus carunculatus, Austrobuxus clusiaceus, Austrobuxus cracens, Austrobuxus cuneatus, Austrobuxus ellipticus, Austrobuxus eugeniifolius, Austrobuxus horneanus, Austrobuxus huerlimannii, Austrobuxus mandjelicus, Austrobuxus megacarpus, Austrobuxus montis-do, Austrobuxus nitidus, Austrobuxus ovalis, Austrobuxus pauciflorus, Austrobuxus petiolaris, Austrobuxus rubiginosus, Austrobuxus swainii, Austrobuxus vieillardii, Austrobuxus dentatus, Austrobuxus celebicus, Choriceras majus, Choriceras tricorne, Dissiliaria baloghioides, Dissiliaria indistincta, Dissiliaria laxinervis, Dissiliaria muelleri, Dissiliaria surculosa, Dissiliaria tuckeri, Hyaenanche globosa, Kairothamnus phyllanthoides, Longetia buxoides, Micrantheum demissum, Micrantheum ericoides, Micrantheum hexandrum, Micrantheum serpentinum, Mischodon zeylanicus, Neoroepera banksii, Neoroepera buxifolia, Oldfieldia africana, Oldfieldia dactylophylla,

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