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Morella cerifera

Also Known As

Myrica cerifera
Baryberry
Bayberry Tree
Candleberry
Tallow Shrub

Plant type

tree, shrub, aquatic

size

H: 12'-35'
W: 8'-20'

planting zones

7a-10b

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Morella cerifera plant details

Morella cerifera is a broadleaf semi-evergreen aquatic shrub or tree with green foliage. In winter flowers emerge followed by blue fruit. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in gritty soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Morella cerifera

Plant type: aquatic shrub or tree
Plant family: myrtaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 8 FT - 20 FT - wide, 12 FT - 35 FT - tall
Uses: colonizing, fragrant, fragrant foliage, hedge, screen

GROWING CONDITIONS for Morella cerifera

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: seaside / salt
Soil needs: gritty

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Larger than Bayberry (to 35') ; EG (Bayberry is Dec), but with similar 'berries' whose wax was used in making candles ;, like Bayberry, "the whole plant has a pleasing aromatic odor." (Van Dersal). SUN/Med(notdry)