Kingdom Plantae Tribe Flacourtieae Rank Species | Family Salicaceae Genus Azara Order Malpighiales | |
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Similar Azara, Arctostaphylos silvicola, Arctostaphylos canescens, Arctostaphylos pumila, Berberis fendleri | ||
Azara serrata (saw-toothed azara) is a species of flowering plant in the family Salicaceae, native to Chile. It is an evergreen shrub growing to 4m (12ft), with glossy serrated leaves and clusters of scented yellow flowers in summer. In temperate regions it requires a sheltered position.
This plant has gained the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit.
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