Cinnamomum japonicum [blue leaf]

Also Known As

Blue Leaf Yabunikkei
Japanese Cinnamon

Plant type

tree

size

H: 30'
W: 35'

planting zones

7b-10b

Cinnamomum japonicum [blue leaf] plant details

Cinnamomum japonicum [blue leaf] is a broadleaf evergreen tree with green foliage. In spring and winter yellow flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in gritty, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cinnamomum japonicum [blue leaf]

Plant type: tree
Plant family: lauraceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 35 FT wide, 30 FT tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring and winter
Uses: fragrant, pyramidal

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cinnamomum japonicum [blue leaf]

USDA Zones: 7b - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular

Soil needs: gritty, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Yet another fantastic broadleaved evergreen tree, reaching an eventual 30' with a narrow pyramidal form. Our original plant was plucked from a particularly blue-leaved specimen in Nanjing China. The narrow leaves have attractive parallel veins and are dark and shiny above with a reflective blue beneath. Clusters of pale yellow flowers appear in late-winter and spring. Sun or dappled shade with occasional summer water in dry areas. One of the hardier camphors, it has withstood USDA zone 7 temperatures with little damage. A fine garden tree or courtyard tree.