Aucuba
any shrub of the genus Aucuba, native to Asia, having evergreen leaves, clusters of purple flowers, and brightly colored berries.
Historical Examples
The familiar Japanese laurel of gardens and shrubberies is aucuba japonica.
Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 2, Slice 8 Various
The last plant generally included in this order is aucuba japonica, though it is probable this plant belongs to Cornace.
Botany for Ladies Jane Loudon
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