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Buxus sempervirens L.

box (Buxaceae)

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The inconspicuous flowers of Buxus sempervirens are borne in the axils of the opposite leaves.

Oxford (VC23: Oxfordshire); 2014-01-31

 box / Buxus sempervirens: The inconspicuous flowers of _Buxus sempervirens_ are borne in the axils of the opposite leaves.

The leaves of Buxus sempervirens are shiny above.

Oxford (VC23: Oxfordshire); 2015-01-20

 box / Buxus sempervirens: The leaves of _Buxus sempervirens_ are shiny above.

Terminal, 3-parted female flower and numerous male flowers with 4 stamens each.

Oxford (VC23: Oxfordshire); 2016-02-12

 box / Buxus sempervirens: Terminal, 3-parted female flower and numerous male flowers with 4 stamens each.

The 3-parted capsule breaks open to reveal shiny black seeds.

Sheepscombe (VC33: East Gloucestershire); 2016-03-22

 box / Buxus sempervirens: The 3-parted capsule breaks open to reveal shiny black seeds.

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