| Common Name | Spotted Laurel |
| Family | Garryaceae |
| Genus | Aucuba |
| Species | Japonica |
| Origin | China, Japan |
| Blooming | Small greenish-yellow flowers in spring, followed by red berries if female plant is pollinated |
| Leaf Color | Dark green with yellow spots |
| Sunlight | Shade / Half-shade |
| Category | Outdoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Peat-based compost with perlite for drainage, pH slightly acidic to neutral
Keep soil evenly moist during growth season. Reduce watering in winter dormancy.
Deep shade or partial shade. Avoid direct sunlight which scorches leaves.
Apply balanced liquid fertilizer monthly from April to September only.
Prune after flowering to maintain shape, remove dead or damaged branches.
These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.
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