Xylosma congestum

Old Davis Rd., west of Environmental Horticulture

The xylosma is a small evergreen tree with shiny leaves. This plant can also be maintained as a shrub or clipped hedge.


Botanical Name: Xylosma congestum
Common Name: shiny xylosma
Location: Old Davis Rd., west of Environmental Horticulture
Family: Flacourtiaceae
Sunset Zones: 8-24, H1
Native Range: East Asia
Habitat: Near seashores in China, Japan, woodlands in Korea. Prefers regular water and well-drained soil. Tolerates most soil types and heat.
General Habit: Evergreen shrub 8'-15' with equal spread, or small tree to 20'.
Notes: Most commonly used as hedge. New growth is bronze colored. Leaves are oval pointed and shiny light green.