Viburnum tinus is a dense, evergreen shrub with dark and oval, glossy leaves and fragrant pinkish-white flowers, followed by black fruit.

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Usually found as an escape, or a throw out from cultivation, and often close to habitation.

Flowering period is from February to April.

Evergreen perennial shrub.

Widespread records, particularly in the southern half of Britain.

Status in Leicestershire and Rutland not known.