Japanese Skimmia (Skimmia japonica)
Skimmia japonica is an evergreen shrub with glossy foliage, fragrant white flowers in spring, and bright red berries that persist through winter. It thrives in shade, add
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Sunlight
Prefers partial to full shade; avoid direct sun.
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist, especially during dry spells.
Soil
Moist, well-drained, humus-rich, slightly acidic to neutral.
Temperature
Hardy in temperate zones, prefers cool to moderate temperatures.
Habitat
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Fertilizer
Light feeding in spring with a balanced or ericaceous fertilizer.
Care Requirements
Prefers partial to full shade; avoid direct sun.
Keep soil consistently moist, especially during dry spells.
Moist, well-drained, humus-rich, slightly acidic to neutral.
Hardy in temperate zones, prefers cool to moderate temperatures.
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Light feeding in spring with a balanced or ericaceous fertilizer.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Shrub
Plant Category
Ornamental, Flowering
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden, Pot, Groundcover
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
0.6-1.5 m
Spread
0.6-1.5 m
Growth Rate
Slow to Moderate
Dormancy
Evergreen
Leaf Color
Dark Green
Leaf Type
Simple, Evergreen
Flower Size
0.5-1 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
15000
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderSapindales
- familyRutaceae
- genusSkimmia
- speciesSkimmia japonica
Toxic for humans
Yes
Rating: 3/5
Toxic for pets
Yes
Rating: 5/5
Edible
No
All parts of Skimmia japonica, especially the berries, are considered mildly toxic if ingested by humans or pets, potentially causing gastrointestinal upset.