Buxus microphylla

Botanical Description

Buxus microphylla is an erect, much-branched, evergreen shrub growing 1 - 5 metres tall with a bole up to 15cm in diameter. Plants are usually smaller in cultivation[ 11 Title Trees and Shrubs Hardy in Great Britain. Vol 1 - 4 and Supplement. Publication Author Bean. W. Publisher Murray Year 1981 ISBN - Description A classic with a wealth of information on the plants, but poor on pictures. , 275 Title Flora of Japan Publication Author Website http://www.foj.info Publisher Year 0 ISBN Description An on-line version of the flora - an excellent resource. ]. Although rather small, the wood is sometimes used for carving, engraving etc. A form known in Japan as 'kitashimae' is cultivated locally for its wood[ 275 Title Flora of Japan Publication Author Website http://www.foj.info Publisher Year 0 ISBN Description An on-line version of the flora - an excellent resource. ]. The plant is grown as an ornamental, where it can be used as a hedge.