Serissa japonica
Snowrose, Snowrose, Tree Of A Thousand Stars, Japanese Boxthorn
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Rubiaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a subshrub or shrub.
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Serissa japonica (commonly known as Snowrose or Tree of a thousand stars) is a shrub within the Rubiaceae family. It originates in Temperate Asia. Within its native range, this species is most commonly linked to temperate conditions. It is the only recognized species within its genus.
Macro Climate
Temperate
Plant Type
Shrub
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
ASIA-TEMPERATE
Regions (WGSRPD)
China, Eastern Asia
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
China South-Central, China Southeast, Taiwan
Introduced Range
Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
Assam, Cambodia, India, Japan, Jawa, Korea, Madagascar, Malaya, Nansei-shoto, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Vietnam