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Pimenta racemosa

Also Known As

  • Bay Rum
  • West Indian Bay Tree

Plant type

tree

size

  • H: 20'-40'
  • W: 20'-40'

planting zones

  • 9a-11

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Pimenta racemosa plant details

Pimenta racemosa is a broadleaf evergreen tree with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Pimenta racemosa

Plant type: tree
Plant family: myrtaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 20 FT - 40 FT - wide, 20 FT - 40 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: fragrant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pimenta racemosa

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The spicily scented aromatic foliage has a fragrance similar to cloves. The leaves may be used in cooking, but the fruit, essential oils, and the Bay Rum cologne and perfumes, which are also produced from this tree, are considered toxic if ingested. This is a small to medium sized evergreen tropical tree.

Gardening facts about Pimenta racemosa plant

How to Grow Pimenta racemosa

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Water Needs

    • regular

Features

  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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