Calycanthus occidentalis
$7.70 – $15.70
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Western spicebush
This deciduous shrub to multi-stemmed small tree grows to 8′ tall and 8′ wide in an erect, dense, rounded form. This plant is a moderate to fast grower and provides good erosion control and soil binding ability when planted along stream banks. Grows taller with ample water.
Spicebush is named for its fragrant leaves. The 2-3”, maroon flower blooms continuously from April to August.
Plant alongside Douglas Iris, giant chain fern, and foothill sedge. Good wildlife plant- birds love the seeds.
Lifeform: Shrub
Sun: Full Sun, Part Shade, Shade
Other: Attracts Birds, Deer Resistant, Erosion Control
| Container | D-16-O, D-40-O, TB4-O, 5-GalS, D-16, D-40 |
|---|---|
| Ecological Value | Good wildlife plant- birds love the seeds and provides good erosion control and soil binding ability when planted along stream banks. |
| Historical Uses | The Pomo and Kashaya used the bark to treat severe chest colds. |
| Distribution | Endemic to California. |
| Elevation | Between 0 and 4000 feet |
| Communities | |
| Habitat | Banks of streams, ponds and other wet place |
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