Spineless Butcher's Broom (Ruscus Hypoglossum) is a perennial shrub in the Asparagaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and partial shade or full shade or dappled_shade light in USDA hardiness zones 7-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs. It can be grown indoors.

A compact, evergreen, spineless sub-shrub with glossy green cladodes and small, inconspicuous flowers.

Spineless Butcher's Broom

Spineless Butcher's Broom

Ruscus Hypoglossum

A compact, evergreen, spineless sub-shrub with glossy green cladodes and small, inconspicuous flowers.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Low
Light
Partial Shade, Full Shade, dappled_shade
Hardiness Zones
7-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, clay
Indoor:Yes
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, specimen, shade planting

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Spineless Butcher's Broom

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

Humidity Trick

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Growth Hack

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Taxonomy

Family:Asparagaceae
Genus:Ruscus
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