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UK Fragrant Sarcococca2

Shrub Icon Cultivated Flower    
Image of Fragrant Sarcococca
Sarcococca confusa
Family: Buxaceae

Flower Properties

Property Value
English Name Fragrant Sarcococca
Scientific Name Sarcococca confusa
MainColor White
PlantType Shrub Icon Shrub
Distribution Cultivated Flower Cultivated
Season Found February (Dec - Mar)
ImageUrl Sarcococca-002
Photographer DP
Location Found Abbots Langley
Country Found UK
Last Updated 05 September 2026
Photo Quality A

Flower Details

Description

Sarcococca confusa is an evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green leaves and small, highly fragrant white flowers that bloom in late winter. The flowers are followed by shiny black berries that persist into spring, adding ornamental interest.

Distribution

Native to western China, this plant is widely cultivated in temperate regions around the world, particularly in shaded garden areas.

Medicinal/Other Uses

— No significant medicinal uses.

Edibility

Inedible - berries are not considered safe for human consumption.

Human Toxicity
Non_Toxic

Non Toxic - no known toxic effects on humans.

Pet Toxicity Pet Toxicity

Non Toxic - safe for pets, with no reported toxic effects.

Active Compounds

None known.

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