Genus Phillyrea is a group of evergreen shrubs or trees that belong to the olive family. Some of the synonyms for Genus Phillyrea include Phillyra, Oliastro, and Green Brier. Phillyrea Angustifolia is also known by the names of Narrowleaf Phillyrea and French Privet. Phillyrea Vilmoriniana is commonly referred to as Vilmorin's Phillyrea, and Phillyrea Latifolia is known as Broadleaf Phillyrea. These shrubs are native to Europe, Asia, and Africa and are grown for their ornamental foliage and flowers. Genus Phillyrea species are also valued for their medicinal properties and are used in traditional remedies for a variety of ailments.