Eucryphia lucida [UCSC 75.640]

Also Known As

Tasmanian Leatherwood

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

H: 10'-15'
W: 5'-8'

planting zones

8a-10b

Eucryphia lucida [UCSC 75.640] plant details

Eucryphia lucida [UCSC 75.640] is a broadleaf evergreen shrub or tree with green foliage. In summer pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Eucryphia lucida [UCSC 75.640]

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: cunoniaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 5 FT - 8 FT - wide, 10 FT - 15 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in summer
Uses: fragrant, narrow form, understory

GROWING CONDITIONS for Eucryphia lucida [UCSC 75.640]

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

Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The new growth on this large shrub to small tree is luscious with an almost resinous look. To 10-15' tall and very narrow and upright. Summer flowers are pink and very fragrant on mature plants. Full sun and some summer water. Wild collected clone from Tasmania. Frost hardy in USDA zone 8.