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Eucryphia cordifolia

Also Known As

Ulmo

Plant type

tree

size

H: 30'-50'
W: 15'-25'

planting zones

8b-10b

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Eucryphia cordifolia plant details

Eucryphia cordifolia is a broadleaf evergreen tree with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer white flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Eucryphia cordifolia

Plant type: tree
Plant family: cunoniaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 15 FT - 25 FT - wide, 30 FT - 50 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in fall, spring and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Eucryphia cordifolia

USDA Zones: 8b - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular

Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

From Chile, this is one of the largest and perhaps the most magnificent Eucryphia species. It has rather leathery foliage, lustrous green above and paler beneath, and usually undivided. It starts out shrubby but eventually develops into a large tree to 50' or more in favorable climates. In late summer the tree is covered in large, white anemone flowers typical of the species and at least as prolific as the others. Although reputed to be one of the less hardy species, it has persisted in Seattle for many years. Hardy to at least 10 - 15 °F.