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Camphora officinarum

Camphor Tree

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Description

Camphora officinarum is an evergreen tree that grows slowly to 50 ft., or taller, and 60 ft. wide. Typically a strong structured tree with spreading limbs. The leaves are 2.5-5 in. long. The new foliage in early spring is pink, red, or bronze, wich matures to a shiny yellow green. Yellow flowers bloom profusely in late spring followed by small blackish fruits.

 

Plant Type

Tree

Height Range

12-25', 25-40'

Width Range

12-25', 25-40'

Flower Color

n/a

Flower Season

n/a

Leaf Color

Light Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam

Soil Condition

Average, Poor

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

Invasive

Design Styles

Ranch

Accenting Features

Fragrance

Seasonal Interest

n/a

Location Uses

Background, Lawn

Special Uses

Wind Break, Shade Tree

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems.

Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.