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Groundcovers · MCH exam plant
Japanese Pachysandra
Pachysandra terminalis
pak-ih-SAN-dra ter-min-AL-is
Perennial
Key ID features
Whorled evergreen leaves, white flower spikes, deep shade workhorse
| Botanical name | Pachysandra terminalis |
|---|---|
| Family | Buxaceae |
| Genus | Pachysandra |
| Category | Groundcovers |
| USDA hardiness zones | 4a–8b |
| Sun | Full Shade |
| Water | Low |
| Native to New England | No |
| Salt tolerant | No |
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