Buxus wallichiana

Physical Characteristics

Buxus wallichiana is an evergreen Shrub growing to 2 m (6ft) by 2 m (6ft) at a slow rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8. It is in leaf all year, in flower from April to May. The species is monoecious (individual flowers are either male or female, but both sexes can be found on the same plant) and is pollinated by Bees, flies. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils and can grow in very alkaline soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.

Distribution

E. Asia - Himalayas from Afghanistan to C. Nepal.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Dappled Shade; Shady Edge; Hedge;

Edible Uses

None known

Medicinal Uses

Bitter Diaphoretic Febrifuge Purgative The wood is diaphoretic[240]. The leaves are bitter, diaphoretic and purgative[240]. They have proved useful in the treatment of rheumatism and syphilis[240]. The bark is febrifuge[240].

Known Hazards

None known