Cryptocarya alba
Also Known As
- Cryptocarya rubra
- Peumo
Plant type
tree
size
- H: 20'-50'
- W: 20'-30'
planting zones
- 8a-11
Cryptocarya alba plant details
Cryptocarya alba is a broadleaf evergreen tree with green foliage. In spring green flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Grows well with sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Cryptocarya alba
- Plant type: tree
- Plant family: lauraceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 20 FT - 30 FT - wide, 20 FT - 50 FT - tall
- Flowers: green blooms in spring
- Uses: fragrant
GROWING CONDITIONS for Cryptocarya alba
- USDA Zones: 8a - 11
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Endemic to (grows naturally only in) Chile's coastal mountains, this ornamental 25-50' tree offers very aromatic leaves, striking edible red berries "Peumos"; yellow-green flowers commonly used as a pharmaceutical. S/M-W
By: Forestfarm
Gardening facts about Cryptocarya alba plant
How to Grow Cryptocarya alba
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- green
Fruit
- red
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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