Genus Aucuba (Noun)
Meaning
Hardy evergreen dioecious shrubs and small trees from Japan.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Aucuba japonica, a species of the genus Aucuba, is a hardy evergreen dioecious shrub native to Japan.
- The genus Aucuba comprises several species of dioecious shrubs and small trees, all of which are native to Japan.
- Aucuba himalaica, a member of the genus Aucuba, is a small evergreen tree that thrives in the mountainous regions of Japan.
- The leaves of the genus Aucuba are typically glossy and variegated, making them a popular choice for ornamental gardens in Japan.
- In Japan, the genus Aucuba is often used as a hedge or screen due to its dense, evergreen foliage and hardy nature.