Buxus
Buxus is a genus comprising approximately seventy species of evergreen shrubs and small trees, native to various regions including western and southern Europe, southwest, southern and eastern Asia, Africa, Madagascar, northernmost South America, Central America, Mexico, and the Caribbean. These plants are known for their dense foliage and are often used in hedges and topiary. They typically grow to heights ranging from 2 to 12 meters (rarely up to 15 meters) and have small, rounded to lanceolate leaves that are leathery in texture. The flowers are small and yellow-green, and the fruit is a small capsule containing several small seeds.
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Buxales
Buxaceae
Buxus
The chemistry of Buxus species includes various compounds such as alkaloids, flavonoids, and terpenoids. These compounds contribute to the plant's medicinal properties and its resistance to pests.
Buxus species are commonly cultivated for hedges and topiary. The wood is prized for fine wood carving due to its fine grain, resistance to splitting and chipping, and is used for decorative or storage boxes. Traditionally, boxwood has been used to make chess pieces, musical instruments, and various mathematical and drawing tools. Historically, it was also used for engraving and printing.
Spring to early summer
2-12 meters, rarely up to 15 meters
Yellow-green
Buxus species thrive in a variety of environments, including temperate and subtropical regions. They are often found in woodlands, forests, and along streams.
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Pannon Flora Ltd. was founded on December 13, 1999, by Gábor Janik, who retains 95% ownership. Janik holds an MSc in Horticulture from the University of Horticultural Sciences (1986) and an Advanced Professional English Certification from the College of International Trade (1990). The company specializes in bird feed production and export, primarily serving markets in Italy, Germany, the Netherlands, and the UK, alongside cultivating and distributing imported/exported horticultural seeds. It maintains exclusive partnerships with JOEUN Seed (South Korea) and Takii Europe (Japan), a leader in professional seed breeding and production. Pannon Flora collaborates with certification bodies such as NÉBIH (National Food Chain Safety Office), MERT Kontroll, and SGS Hungary to ensure compliance and quality. The company works with approximately 400 Hungarian growers, ranging from small-scale producers (under 5 hectares) to mid-sized farms and large-scale agricultural enterprises. This profile emphasizes agribusiness expertise, technical partnerships, and operational scalability tailored to international client needs.
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