Mundi Plantarum

Aucuba japonica 'Longifolia'

Famille: 
Garryaceae

  • Les jardins du florilège

     

  • Olivier van Sante

  • Olivier van Sante

A form with narrower leaves than the typical species. This gives it a lighter and more decorative appearance.

Classification

Trees and shrubs

Climate

Zone 8: from -12°C to -7°C

Leaf color

  • Green

Flower color

  • Purple

Sun exposure

  • Sheltered winds
  • Part shade
  • Shadow

Ornamental interest

  • Foliage
  • Evergreen

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

  • ORIGIN:
  • CLIMATE:
  • EXPOSURE: In the shade or partial shade.
  • SOIL: Fresh, humus-rich. It must be protected from stagnant moisture, especially in winter.
  • GROWTH :
  • PATHOLOGY:
  • MULTIPLICATION:
  • PRUNING: It supports the size very well, even a large one.
  • USE:
  • MERIT:

GENERAL PHYSIOLOGY

  • DIMENSIONS:
  • HAbIT:
  • TRUNK:
  • BARK:
  • BRANCHES :
  • NOTE:

PHYSIOLOGY OF LEAVES

  • FORM:
  • COULOR: Green.
  • NOTE:

PHYSIOLOGIE OF FLOWERS

  • TIME OF LIFE: Flowering is rather discreet and takes place in spring.
  • FORM:
  • COULOR:
  • NOTE: The cv. 'Longifolia' refers to the female plants.

PHYSIOLOGIE DES FRUITS

  • FORME: Baies.
  • COULEUR: Rouges.
  • GRAINES :
  • NOTE : Très décoratifs et persistant longtemps sur l'arbuste. Parfois même jusqu'à la floraison suivante.