The Encyclopedia of House Plants

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Sarcococca

Family: Buxaceae.

Sarcococca hookeriana Common name(s): Christmas box, Sweet box
Sarcococca Genus of about 14 species of monoecious, evergreen, sometimes rhizomatous shrubs found in moist, shady places, forest, and thickers from Сhina to Himalayas and S.E. Asia. Sarcococca is a foliage evergreen plant. Little flowers are not attractive. Most popular are 2 varietis: Sarcococca saligna Muell. and Sarcococca hookeriana Baill.
Growing conditions Watering and misting Propagation
Grow in moist, well-drained soil in deep or partial shade. Full sun is tolerated if the soil remains moist. Shetter from wind. Keep compost moist at all times - reduce watering in winter. Mist leaves frequently. Take semi-ripe stem cuttings. Sow seed in containers in autumn or spring.

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