Deciduous or sometimes evergreen tree or shrub, it is widely used in garden hedges and on embankments.
Curiosities
The fruits are toxic and have some not very relevant medicinal properties. It contains a coloring matter, ligulin. Formerly, the flexible branches were used in basketry.
| Height | Up to 4 meters. |
| Leaves | Opposite, lanceolate or elliptical, 3 to 6 cm, entire, somewhat leathery, and dark green. |
| Flowers/Fruit | White, fragrant flowers, grouped in terminal, upright panicles. Fruit is a glossy black berry the size of a pea. |
| Climate/Habitat | Fresh and well-drained substrate, calcareous, medium nutrient level. Tolerates full sun and partial shade well. |
| Common Name | Privet |
| Scientific Name | Ligustrum vulgare |
| Genus | Ligustrum |
| Family | Oleaceae |
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