Buxus arborea is a species of plant in the family Buxaceae. It is endemic to Jamaica. It is threatened by habitat loss.
Description Buxus arborea is a dicot plant, growing as shrubs or trees up to 2-12 meters tall, producing wood. Buxus arborea has compound leaves. The leaves are typically alternate on stems. Its fruits are very small capsules, 0.5 cm-1.5 cm wide, containing tiny seeds that are eaten by birds.
Uses Buxus Arborea can be used for wood carving, and for hedge structures.
Distribution Buxus Arborea is distributed in the United States (NY, OH, NC, TN, VA).
Toxicity May cause skin rash, vomiting, or diarrhea if exposed to the leaves.
Cultivation Buxus Arborea typically like to grow in the outdoors. They grow in warm temperatures predominately.
References
Boxwood (Buxus arborea). garden.org. Buxus Facts - Photos - Earth's Endangered Creatures USDA Plants Database. plants.usda.gov. Buxus 'Green Mountain' (Boxwood, Green Mountain Boxwood) | North Carolina Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox plants.ces.ncsu.edu https://boxwoodsociety.org/art/abs_downloads/ABS_Checklist_v2_FINAL_sm.pdfboxwoodsociety.org Buxus arborea Proctor — The Plant List www.theplantlist.org SEINet Portal Network - Buxus arboreaswbiodiversity.org