Aucuba (Aucuba japonica)

This dense, shrubby evergreen plants grows three feet tall in a pot-larger in a planter. Prune to keep under control and to make shrub bushier. Leaves are leathery and glossy. Gold-dust  plant’s nickname derives from yellowish specks on oblong-shaped foliage. Female aucubas produce small purple flowers followed by scarlet barriers.

Light

Supply bright, indirect light-some east sun will do. Turn plant regularly to expose all sides to same light.

Water

The large number of leaves use lots of water, so never let soil dry completely. Mist foliage regularly.

Special Helps

This cool plant-60 F. is ideal-does better on an unheated porch than in a warm living room.

Use standard potting soil mixture. Feed in spring and summer. Take stem cuttings to start new plants.

Source : Growing Houseplants