Flower Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| English Name | Japanese Laurel |
| Also Known As | Spotted Laurel |
| Scientific Name | Aucuba japonica |
| MainColor | Black |
| PlantType |  Shrub |
| Distribution |  Cultivated |
| Season Found | April (Mar - Apr) |
| ImageUrl | Aucuba-001 |
| Photographer | DP |
| Location Found | Abbots Langley |
| Country Found | UK |
| Last Updated | 05 September 2026 |
| Photo Quality | A |
Flower Details
Description
Aucuba japonica is an evergreen shrub known for its glossy, leathery leaves, often speckled with yellow or white. It produces small purple flowers and bright red berries, adding ornamental value to gardens.
Distribution
Native to Japan, Korea, and China, it is widely cultivated in temperate regions around the world.
Medicinal/Other Uses
— No significant medicinal uses.
Edibility
Inedible - berries and other parts of the plant are not suitable for human consumption.
Human Toxicity
Mildly_Toxic
Mildly Toxic - ingestion of berries may cause stomach upset and vomiting.
Pet Toxicity
Mildly Toxic to dogs and cats - ingestion can lead to vomiting and diarrhoea.
Active Compounds
Aucubin, aucubigenin, tannins