The Ligustrum texanum, known as Ligurian Texano or Itexas igustro, is a shrub characterized by oval leaves or lanceolate of dark green color, produces white or cremisi scented flowers in spring and small decorative berries. With an erect bearing, it can be used to create hedges, edges or as an isolated plant in landscape gardens. Its adaptability to different soil conditions and drought resistance make it a popular choice for ornamental purposes in various climates. Maintenance requires periodic pruning to manage growth and maintain the desired shape.
leaves: leaves are persistent, dark green, oval or elliptical and coriaceous. Unlike some other varieties of Ligurian, this variety has smaller and thicker leaves.
Size: it is a compact shrub, with moderate growth, which can reach a height of about 2-3 meters.
flower and perfume: produces small white and fragrant flowers in spring and summer. The smell can be pleasant.
fruit: after flowering, it can develop small black fruits.
adaptability: is adaptable to a variety of soil conditions and grows well in sunny or partially shaded positions.
common use: the Texan Ligurian is often cultivated as ornamental hedges or as an isolated plant in landscape gardens. Its dense growth makes it ideal for shielding and creating privacy.
resistance: is generally resistant and can tolerate a variety of weather conditions, typical of the texas climate.
maintenance: requires regular pruning to maintain a desired shape and to manage the density of the foliage.
It is an evergreen shrub native to the texas and surrounding regions in the United States. Its natural distribution also includes areas Mexico limitrophe. This plant was subsequently introduced in other regions, both within the United States and in some areas of the world, for ornamental and landscape purposes.