Alyxia buxifolia, otherwise known as the sea box or dysentery bush, is a species of evergreen shrub in the family Apocynaceae.

[1] Alyxia buxifolia has medium to dark green foliage consisting of small, fleshy leaves.

[4][6] Alyxia buxifolia produces small fruits that are red to orange in colour when ripe.

[4][6] Alyxia buxifolia occurs in coastal regions, often being found in scrub and heathland ecosystems.

[5] It can grow in many types of soils and is considered a hardy plant due to being tolerant of wind, salt, and some frost conditions.

[1][3][9] Alyxia buxifolia also creates habitat for small animals and provides food for birds and invertebrates.

[1][4] However, it is often found to be less than 50 cm tall due to harsh winds in it natural coastal habitats.

[1][10] Alyxia buxifolia's leaves are a medium to dark green colour on the upwards facing side.

[19] Alyxia buxifolia has a drupe type fruit that is orange to red in colour when ripe.

[1] The shrubs can also been observed along coastal and inland areas in Southern regions of Western Australia.

It is most commonly found in coastal ecosystems, particularly along sea cliffs, sand dunes, and areas exposed to strong winds.

[22] It has also been observed growing in open to sparse scrublands, including mallee scrub ecosystems.

[1] Alyxia buxifolia is considered a hardy plant and is able to tolerate a variety of conditions that are unique to the coastal regions of Australia, including salt spray and drought.

[3][9] Alyxia buxifolia provides habitat for many animals, including birds, such as blue-breasted fairy wrens, small mammals, and reptiles.

[1][2][10] The flowers of the Alyxia buxifolia produce nectar and pollen which provides food for invertebrates, including Australian native bees.

[24] The acids that Alyxia buxifolia contain differ depending on the location and habitat of the shrub.

[1] The bark of the Alyxia buxifolia shrub was used by the First Nations people of Australia to treat dysentery prior to colonisation.