| Common Name | Spotted laurel, Japanese laurel |
| Family | Garryaceae |
| Genus | Aucuba |
| Species | Japonica |
| Variety | variegata |
| Origin | Japan |
| Blooming | Small yellow flowers in spring; berries require male and female plants |
| Leaf Color | Dark green with golden-yellow spots |
| Sunlight | Shade / Half-shade |
| Category | Outdoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Well-draining loamy soil with slight acidity
Keep evenly moist but not waterlogged; reduce in winter
Prefers shade or half-shade; direct sun may scorch leaves
Balanced liquid fertilizer monthly during growing season
Prune after flowering to shape and remove damaged foliage
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