Ligustrum japonicum ‘Texanum’
Family: Oleaceae
Common name: PRIVET
Native to: Japan, Korea
Plant
Types: shrub, tree
Forms: dense form, erect
Leaves evergreen
Max height: 10 feet
Max width: 5.5 feet
Flower
white/off white
Leaf
green, secondary color present
new growth distinct
Horticulture
Attracts wildlife: adult butterfly, specific butterfly species
Plant features: evergreen, growth rate fast, toxic
Exposure: part shade, sun
Landscape uses: flower fragrant, hedge or edging, screen, topiary
Fast growing
Propagates by: seed
flowers in spring
flowers in summer
Soil type: loam
USDA Zones: zone 7 to 0 f, zone 8 to +10 f, zone 9 to +20 f, zone 10 to +30 f, zone 11 to +40 f
Temp. range: 0 to above +40 °F
Water: regular
Butterflies that feed on this plant
