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box-holly

Ruscus aculeatus

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About

The Box-holly (Ruscus aculeatus) is a species in the genus Ruscus. Typically found in grasslands, wetlands, forests, and cultivated landscapes. It is found in Austria, Belgium, Colombia, France and India.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in grasslands, wetlands, forests, and cultivated landscapes.

Widely distributed across Asia (India, Japan, Taiwan), Europe (9 countries), and South America (Colombia).

🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇮🇳 India 🇯🇵 Japan 🇦🇹 Austria 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇫🇷 France 🇮🇪 Ireland 🇲🇹 Malta 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇨🇴 Colombia 🇳🇱 Netherlands

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (planta)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Liliopsida (Monocots)

Order

Asparagales (Asparagales)

Species

Ruscus aculeatus (box-holly)

Names in Other Languages

French petit houx

Similar Species in Ruscus

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Spineless Butcher's-broom

Ruscus hypoglossum

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of box-holly?

The scientific name of box-holly is Ruscus aculeatus. It belongs to the genus Ruscus.

Where does box-holly live?

box-holly is found in Widely distributed across Asia (India, Japan, Taiwan), Europe (9 countries), and South America (Colombia).. Countries include Austria, Belgium, Colombia, France, India, Ireland, Japan, Malta, Netherlands, Portugal.

What family does box-holly belong to?

box-holly (Ruscus aculeatus) belongs to the genus Ruscus, which is part of the taxonomic family Asparagaceae.

What kingdom does box-holly belong to?

box-holly (Ruscus aculeatus) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (planta).

What are the closest relatives of box-holly?

The closest relatives of box-holly in the genus Ruscus include Spineless Butcher's-broom.