Plants in genus aucuba
Aucuba japonica 'Variegata'
Aucuba japonica 'Variegata' is an evergreen shrub with glossy green leaves splattered with yellow. It produces inconspicuous burgundy flowers in early spring, followed by red berries on both male and female plants. This heat-loving shrub thrives in zones 7-10 and is tolerant of poor soils, making it a versatile addition to gardens.
Aucuba japonica
Aucuba japonica is a slow-growing dwarf shrub with a compact, mushroom-shaped form. It reaches about 30 inches in height and 4 feet in width, featuring dark green leaves with small gold spots. This male selection blooms with small redwood-colored flowers in late February and is well-suited for shaded areas.
Aucuba japonica 'Lemon Flare'
Aucuba japonica 'Lemon Flare' is a compact evergreen shrub reaching 4 feet in height and width. It features densely yellow-spotted green leaves that glow in late spring. This plant is drought-tolerant and deer-resistant, making it suitable for shaded or partially shaded areas. Its vibrant foliage adds a splash of color to gardens, and it is native to Japan.
Aucuba japonica 'Suruga Benten'
Aucuba japonica 'Suruga Benten' is a female clone of the Aucuba shrub, forming a 4-foot tall and wide specimen. It features serrated leaves with irregular green blotches on a yellow background, with new foliage emerging almost pure yellow-cream. This evergreen plant is deer-resistant and thrives in part sun to light shade, making it ideal for dry shade gardens.
Aucuba japonica 'Sagama'
Aucuba japonica 'Sagama' is a dark green-leaved selection of Japanese laurel, forming a 4-foot tall and wide mound. Its serrate-leaf glossy evergreen leaves make it a striking addition to shaded garden areas. This plant is drought-tolerant and deer-resistant, thriving in part sun to light shade conditions.
Aucuba japonica 'Fujikawa'
Aucuba japonica 'Fujikawa' is an evergreen shrub reaching 4 feet in height and width, with narrow, glossy green leaves. It produces red fruit when a male plant is nearby and is known for its drought tolerance and deer resistance.
Aucuba japonica 'Rozannie'
Aucuba japonica 'Rozannie' is an evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green leaves, growing up to 4.5 feet tall and 6 feet wide. It is self-fruiting and cold hardy, making it a resilient choice for gardens. Its lush foliage and adaptability make it a popular ornamental plant.
Aucuba japonica 'Hosoba Hoshifu'
Aucuba japonica 'Hosoba Hoshifu' is notable for its narrow, dark green leaves heavily speckled with yellow dots. This evergreen plant produces large clusters of bright red fruit in winter, adding color to the garden. It is drought-tolerant and thrives in part sun to light shade, making it ideal for dry shade gardens.
Aucuba japonica 'Subaru'
Aucuba japonica 'Subaru' is a female selection from Japan, known for its heavily gold-spotted evergreen leaves. This plant grows up to 4 feet tall and is well-suited for shaded areas, adding a splash of color with its variegated foliage. 'Subaru' is drought-tolerant and deer-resistant, making it a resilient choice for gardens. Its ornamental appeal and ability to thrive in challenging conditions make it a valuable addition to landscapes seeking year-round interest.
Aucuba japonica 'Borealis Male Man'
Aucuba japonica 'Borealis Male Man' is a cold-hardy, dwarf shrub native to Japan, reaching about 3 feet in height. It has broad green leaves and produces short spikes of small purple flowers in late winter. This plant is well-suited for dry shade and can add a tropical look to gardens. It is also drought-tolerant and can thrive in part sun to light shade.
Aucuba japonica 'Ogon No Tsuki'
Aucuba japonica 'Ogon No Tsuki' is a slow-growing shrub with dark green leaves and wide creamy gold centers. It thrives in light shade and is ideal for woodland gardens, offering a striking contrast with its variegated foliage.
Aucuba japonica 'Tatsumaki'
Aucuba japonica 'Tatsumaki' is a slow-growing evergreen with glossy, dark green leaves that are slightly twisted and contorted. This male-flowered plant reaches about 3 feet tall in seven years, making it a unique choice for shaded garden areas or as a striking foliage plant.
Aucuba japonica 'Pacman'
Aucuba japonica 'Pacman' is a male cultivar with small, contorted, glossy green leaves and an extremely compact habit. It forms a 3.5-foot tall by 7-foot wide mound, making it an excellent choice for shaded areas. This plant is drought-tolerant and thrives in part sun to light shade.
Aucuba japonica 'Shilpot'
Aucuba japonica 'Shilpot' is a slow-growing male clone with glossy green foliage speckled with tiny yellow spots. This dwarf plant can reach up to 3.5 feet tall and is ideal for woodland gardens. It is known for its drought tolerance and ability to thrive in part sun to light shade.
Aucuba japonica 'Cecilalice'
Aucuba japonica 'Cecilalice' is a female selection of evergreen shrub with creamy gold and green flecked leaves. It grows to about 3.5 feet tall and 6 feet wide, producing white fruit. This plant is drought-tolerant and thrives in part sun to light shade, making it a versatile choice for various garden settings.
Aucuba japonica 'Shugetsu'
Aucuba japonica 'Shugetsu', meaning 'New Year', is a tetraploid plant with a vase shape reaching 6 feet tall. It has 9-inch long evergreen leaves with a wide golden central pattern, making it a striking addition to gardens.
Aucuba japonica 'Mr Goldstrike'
Aucuba japonica 'Mr Goldstrike' is an evergreen shrub known for its heavily spotted gold leaves, providing a striking contrast in shaded garden areas. This male cultivar serves as a pollinator for nearby female plants and is well-suited for dry shade conditions. It matures at about 6 feet tall and 5 feet wide, making it a compact choice for gardens. Its drought tolerance and deer resistance add to its appeal as a low-maintenance ornamental plant.
Aucuba japonica 'Arashiyama'
Aucuba japonica 'Arashiyama' is a slow-growing shrub that reaches about 2 feet in height after five years. It features wavy, glossy green leaves with a misty white central pattern and an irregular white border near the edges. This plant is known for its drought tolerance and deer resistance, making it a hardy choice for gardens. It thrives in part sun to light shade and adds a touch of elegance with its patterned foliage.
Aucuba japonica 'Shonan Mangetsu'
Aucuba japonica 'Shonan Mangetsu' is an evergreen shrub with bright yellow-centered foliage and a speckled green and gold border. As a female clone, it produces bright red fruit in winter, adding color to the garden.
Aucuba japonica 'Natsu No Kumo'
Aucuba japonica 'Natsu No Kumo' is a 6-foot tall shrub with broad, evergreen, toothed leaves that emerge creamy white in spring. It develops bright red berries in fall and is a female selection known for its ornamental appeal.
Aucuba japonica var. japonica
Aucuba japonica var. japonica, commonly known as Japanese laurel, is an evergreen shrub with striking variegated foliage. The leaves feature large golden blotches and small yellow speckles, creating a unique pattern. This plant can reach up to 6 feet tall in 10 years and produces bright red fruits if a male plant is nearby. It is drought-tolerant and thrives in part sun to light shade, making it suitable for dry shade gardens.
Aucuba japonica 'Ooba Nakafu'
Aucuba japonica 'Ooba Nakafu' is a highly prized Japanese laurel known for its large green leaves with a brilliant yellow pattern. This stable variegated shrub grows up to 5 feet tall and is valued for its ornamental foliage. It is drought-tolerant and thrives in part sun to light shade, making it suitable for a variety of garden settings.
Aucuba japonica 'Daisukes Tiger'
Aucuba japonica 'Daisukes Tiger' is an evergreen shrub with dense yellow spots on its foliage, which migrate toward the leaf edges as the plant matures. It takes several years to reach full maturity and is known for its drought tolerance and deer resistance. This plant thrives in part sun to light shade and is suitable for dry shade gardens.