Ligustrum sp.
Privet, Privet
Family: Oleaceae · Type: Shrub · Not Native
Ligustrum sp. (Privet) is a non-native California shrub in the Oleaceae family.
How to tell it apart
vs Sambucus: Ligustrum has simple leaves; Sambucus has compound leaves divided into leaflets.; vs Ficus: Ligustrum has tubular flowers in terminal clusters; Ficus flowers hidden inside fig fruits.; vs Prunus: Ligustrum flowers are tubular with fused petals; Prunus flowers have five separate petals.; vs Lagerstroemia: Ligustrum has simple opposite leaves; Lagerstroemia leaves often appear whorled with crinkled petals.; vs Trachelospermum: Ligustrum is an upright shrub; Trachelospermum is a twining vine.
Frequently asked questions
Is Ligustrum sp. native to California?
No. Ligustrum sp. is not native to California (recorded as not native).
What plant family does Ligustrum sp. belong to?
Ligustrum sp. is in the Oleaceae family, genus Ligustrum.
Related species
Other California species in the same genus, family, or bioregion.
Sources: Jepson eFlora · CalPhotos
Last updated 2026-04-14
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