Phillyrea latifolia aka Broad Leaved Phillyrea

If you're looking for a plant that offers a moderate level of challenge, Broad Leaved Phillyrea is a great choice to test your gardening skills.

Broad Leaved Phillyrea should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

To ensure optimal growth, the Broad Leaved Phillyrea prefers bright indirect light for 6-8 hours each day. Insufficient light can result in slow growth and leaf drop, so it's important to find a well-lit location for this plant. Place it near a window, within a distance of 1 meter (3 feet), to enhance its potential for thriving.

During the cold period, it is common for Broad Leaved Phillyrea to go dormant, resulting in a slowdown of growth. To accommodate this, waterings should be spaced out more.

There is no verified data on the toxicity of this plant in the records of Ploi. If any person, including yourself, a family member, or a pet, consume plant material with an uncertain toxicity level, it is advisable to seek the advice of a healthcare expert.

Broad Leaved Phillyrea’s native range is S.E. Europe to W. Asia.