Camphora officinarum
Camphor Tree
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:
Dig-up patches of weeds and undesirable grasses from turf areas.
Use water to grow the turf you want, not the weeds you don't want! Once you have eliminated what you don't want, add sod or over-seed to repair the bare areas.