Ligustrum indicum
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Basic Information
Family: Oleaceae
Genus: ligustrum
Plant ID (slug): ligustrum-indicum
Numeric ID: 25298
USDA Hardiness: Coming soon
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Physical Characteristics
Ligustrum indicum is an evergreen Shrub growing to 3 m (9ft 10in). It is in leaf all year, in flower from June to July. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and can grow in heavy clay soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.
Distribution
E. Asia - China, Japan, Himalayas.
Habitats
Woodland Garden Dappled Shade; Shady Edge;
Edible Uses
Edible Parts: Edible Uses: Coffee The roasted seed is a coffee substitute[61, 177].
Medicinal Uses
None known
Known Hazards
Although no reports of toxicity have been seen for this species, at least one member of this genus is recorded as being mildly toxic and it is quite possible that other members of the genus also contain toxins[65].
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Ligustrum indicum
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