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Ruscus streptophyllus

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An evergreen low-growing shrub to around 60cm high with erect to arching, unbranched stems and flattened, modified shoots called cladodes with a leaf-like appearance reaching up to 18cm long, broadly elliptic to lanceolate in shape and twisted at the base. Tiny white to deep purple flowers are borne on the cladodes and may be followed by red, berry-like fruits

Scientific classification

Species: Ruscus streptophyllus (Ruscus streptophyllus)
Genus: Ruscus
Family: Asparagaceae

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Toxicity: Shrubs
Plant type: 0.5-1 metres
Height: 0.5-1 metres
Spread: Evergreen
Foliage: Bushy
Habit: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
Season of interest: Full shade · Full sun · Partial shade
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Ideal temperature

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Distribution of Ruscus streptophyllus

Distribution map

Madeira

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Culture

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Toxicity

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Quick identification of Ruscus streptophyllus

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Ruscus streptophyllus care guide

Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Watering: Full shade · Full sun · Partial shade
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Watering

Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings

Fertilizing

Balanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer

Pruning

Cut out dead stems to the base in spring

Propagation

Propagate by seed or by division

Growing

Will grow in almost any garden situation, except waterlogged ground, including dry shade. Requires a sheltered position to survive outside in winter or provide protection

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