Camphor
Camphora officinarum
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A large evergreen tree valued for its aromatic foliage and wood, which yields camphor oil used in traditional medicine and industry. It develops a dense, rounded canopy and grows best in warm climates with moderate watering.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
East Asia, primarily Taiwan and Japan
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Canopy
The tallest trees that form the overstory.
Sub-canopy
Smaller trees living beneath the canopy.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
A large evergreen tree valued for its aromatic foliage and wood, which yields camphor oil used in traditional medicine and industry. It develops a dense, rounded canopy and grows best in warm climates with moderate watering.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Camphor grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
East Asia, primarily Taiwan and Japan
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Canopy
The tallest trees that form the overstory.
Sub-canopy
Smaller trees living beneath the canopy.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation