Aucuba japonica 'Crotonifolia' (Croton Gold Dust Plant)
Botanical Information
| Family | Garryaceae |
| Genus | Aucuba |
| Species | japonica |
| Cultivar | 'Crotonifolia' |
| Category | Tropicals |
| Type | Shrub (evergreen) |
| Origin | American Gold Medal winner, a female form. |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 7 |
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canadian Hardiness Zone | 6 |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Zone | H5 |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Growth | Medium |
| Flowering Period | April, May |
Description and Growing Information
| Landscape | Mass planting or small groups, may be used as hedges and screens. |
| Cultivation | Grown in fertile soil, in partial to dense shade. Can be pruned vigorously in the spring to restrict growth. Remove reverted green foliage. |
| Habitat | Horticultural origin. |
| Flower Description | Green star-shaped flowers in early to mid-spring. |
| Fruit Description | Rich, red berry-like fruit held in clusters similar to holly. |
Photographs
Photographed in an irrigated environment in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
