Box Hardleaf (Phylica Buxifolia) is a perennial shrub in the Rhamnaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Phylica buxifolia is a dense shrub or small tree native to the southwestern Cape Province of South Africa, growing up to 4 meters tall with small, leathery leaves and hairy twigs.