Euonymus latifolius explained

Euonymus latifolius, the broad-leaved spindle tree, is a species of flowering plant in the family Celastraceae.^[1] It is native to the Mediterranean region, south-central Europe, the Caucasus, and the Middle East as far as Iran, and it has been introduced to Ireland, Great Britain, and Belgium.^[2] A shrub with a rounded growth form reaching, it is typically found in shrublands, and in rocky habitats such as inland cliffs and mountain peaks.^[1] In the wild, it requires shade; too much sunlight can prove lethal.^[3] A low maintenance choice for a number of landscaping and garden applications, it is available from commercial nurseries.^[1]

Subtaxa

The following subspecies are accepted:

• Euonymus latifolius subsp. cauconis – northern Anatolia
• Euonymus latifolius subsp. latifolius – entire range

Notes and References

1. Web site: Euonymus latifolius broad-leaved spindle tree . . 2024 . Find a plant . The Royal Horticultural Society . 30 November 2024 . Other common names; large-fruited spindle tree ... 4 suppliers .
2. 160962-1 . Euonymus latifolius (L.) Mill. . 30 November 2024 . Common Names; Large-leaved spindle .
3. Light intensity as a growth limiting factor for the relict broadleaved spindle Euonymus latifolius (L.) Mill. in Mediterranean refugia. The need to preserve the forest canopy structure. . 2024 . Santiago . Alejandro . López-Serrano . Francisco Ramón . Herranz . José María . García-Saúco . Guillermo . Copete . Elena . Ferrandis . Pablo . Mediterranean Botany . 45 . 2 . e92514 . 10.5209/mbot.92514 . free .