Photo of Neolitsea sericea foliage by Cistus Nursery

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Neolitsea sericea

Also Known As

  • Litsea glauca

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

  • H: 15'-30'
  • W: 3'-4'

planting zones

  • 8a-11

Neolitsea sericea plant details

Neolitsea sericea is a broadleaf evergreen shrub or tree with green foliage. In fall yellow flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun - shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Neolitsea sericea

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: lauraceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT - 4 FT - wide, 15 FT - 30 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in fall

GROWING CONDITIONS for Neolitsea sericea

USDA Zones: 8a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - shade
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The remarkable aromatic foliage of this stunning large shrub/small tree (fast to 30') unfolds like bronze suede above, silky-haired beneath, to become glossy green with age; dense clusters of yellow-green flowers in fall. S-PSh/M

Gardening facts about Neolitsea sericea plant

How to Grow Neolitsea sericea

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Flower Season

    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy

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