Ligustrum lucidum
Non-Native
USDA, NRCS. 2018. The PLANTS Database (http://plants.usda.gov, 28 March 2018). National Plant Data Team, Greensboro, NC 27401-4901 USA.
What is Glossy Privet?
Physical Characteristics
Leaves:
- Elliptical to oval shaped
- Opposite on branches
Flowers:
- 4 lobes
- Small clusters
- Located at ends of twigs
Fruit:
- Stretched
- Black-Blue in color
- Fleshy
- Thin skin
- Containing 1-4 seeds
- Found mostly during the winter
Stem:
- Tree or large shrub
- Up to 30 feet tall
- Spreading branches
Where Does it Grow?
Non-Native
Glossy privet is native to Europe, Asia, and North Africa.
Is it Invasive?
Glossy privet is non-native to North America and is aggressive invader to the native environment.
This plant is not native to North America, but has naturalized in much of the United States. While it is not illegal to possess this plant in Texas, it should not be introduced into new water bodies and should be treated with herbicide when present.