The sarcococcus is an evergreen shrub that prefers shade and semi-shade.
The leaves are oval, reach a height of up to 2 m and a width of up to 1 m.
A slow-growing species, it can reach its full size after 7 to 10 years.
The plant blooms in late winter and early spring with delicate white fragrant flowers.
After flowering, the fruits appear, which are spherical fleshy and red in color, not edible.
Watering is regular and moderate.