Box-Leaved Barberry (Berberis microphylla)
Berberis microphylla, commonly known as Box-leaved Barberry, is a dense, spiny evergreen shrub native to Patagonia, featuring small, leathery leaves and bright yellow flowers.
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Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade. Full sun is preferred for best flowering.
Watering
Water moderately, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce in winter.
Soil
Well-drained soil is essential. Tolerates a range of soil types, including sandy and loamy, but dislikes waterlogged conditions.
Temperature
Prefers moderate temperatures, hardy in cooler climates.
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Feed in spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer. Minimal feeding required.
Care Requirements
Full sun to partial shade. Full sun is preferred for best flowering.
Water moderately, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce in winter.
Well-drained soil is essential. Tolerates a range of soil types, including sandy and loamy, but dislikes waterlogged conditions.
Prefers moderate temperatures, hardy in cooler climates.
Ideal growing range: 10-25 °C
Outdoor
Feed in spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer. Minimal feeding required.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Shrub
Plant Category
Ornamental, Foliage
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
1-2 m
Spread
1.5-2.5 m
Growth Rate
Slow
Dormancy
None
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Evergreen
Flower Size
0.5-1 cm
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderRanunculales
- familyBerberidaceae
- genusBerberis
- speciesBerberis microphylla
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No