Western Spicebush
Calycanthus occidentalis
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A deciduous California native shrub with maroon-red flowers that emit a spicy fragrance from late spring through early summer. It grows as a multi-stemmed spreading shrub and prefers moderate water in well-drained soil.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native to the United States
Native Range
California (Sierra Nevada foothills and coastal ranges)
Native to: California
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Notable Cultivars
No widely recognized named cultivars; plants are typically grown from seed or cuttings of wild material, maintaining the species characteristics.
Shrub
Woody multi-stem plants at eye level.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
A deciduous California native shrub with maroon-red flowers that emit a spicy fragrance from late spring through early summer. It grows as a multi-stemmed spreading shrub and prefers moderate water in well-drained soil.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Western Spicebush 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 to the United States
Native Range
California (Sierra Nevada foothills and coastal ranges)
Native to: California
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Shrub
Woody multi-stem plants at eye level.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
Companion Planting
Plants well with
Notable Cultivars
No widely recognized named cultivars; plants are typically grown from seed or cuttings of wild material, maintaining the species characteristics.