Chinese Privet, Small-leaf Privet

Common Name
:
Chinese Privet, Small-leaf Privet
Chinese Name
:
山指甲
Scientific Name
:
Ligustrum sinense
Classification
:
Deciduous
Origin
:
Mainland China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, and Vietnam
Flowering Period
:
March to June in Hong Kong

About

Chinese Privet has oval-shaped, glossy dark green leaves arranged oppositely along the stems. From late spring to early summer, it produces clusters of small, fragrant, creamy-white flowers that attract pollinators. Its dense, bushy growth provides excellent privacy and noise reduction. Additionally, it has traditional medicinal uses in Asian cultures, where the leaves and bark are believed to have anti-inflammatory and anti-diabetic properties. Chinese Privet is relatively low-maintenance. It requires minimal pruning once established and is resistant to most pests and diseases. This makes it an ideal choice for busy gardeners seeking a plant that thrives with minimal intervention.

Source: Greening, Landscape & Tree Management Section Development Bureau (greening.gov.hk)