Euonymus latifolius
About
Euonymus latifolius, the broad-leaved spindle tree, is a species of flowering plant in the family Celastraceae. It is native to the Mediterranean region, south-central Europe, the Caucasus, and the Middle East as far as Iran, and it has been introduced to Ireland, Great Britain, and Belgium. A shrub with a rounded growth form reaching 2.5 to 4 m, it is typically found in shrublands, and in rocky habitats such as inland cliffs and mountain peaks. In the wild, it requires shade; too much sunlight can prove lethal. A low maintenance choice for a number of landscaping and garden applications, it is available from commercial nurseries.
- Family
- Celastraceae
How to use it
This shrub is an excellent choice for landscaping in shaded areas, especially in rocky or mountainous regions. Its low maintenance nature makes it suitable for gardeners who want a resilient plant that can thrive without much attention. Additionally, it can be used to create natural barriers or hedges in gardens.
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Gardening tip
When planting the broad-leaved spindle tree, make sure to choose a shady spot to help it thrive. This plant prefers to stay out of direct sunlight, so look for areas with partial shade.
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Ecology
How it lives
- Propagated by
- Seed
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- Name
- Euonymus latifolius
- Slug
- euonymus-latifolius
- Kingdom
- Plantae
- Family
- Celastraceae
- Genus
- Euonymus
- Species
- latifolius
- Wikidata QID
- Q164379
- Propagule type
- seed
- Container suitable
- No
- Indoor suitable
- No
- OSSI pledged
- No
- Hazard level
- 1
- Data completeness
- 43
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