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Camphor Tree

Cinnamomum Camphora

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Overview

The Camphor Tree (Cinnamomum camphora) is an evergreen renowned for its aromatic foliage. With a mature height of 50-65 feet and a spread of 50-70 feet, it forms a dense, shapely canopy. Tiny yellowish-white flowers bloom in spring, followed by berry-like fruits. Hardy in USDA zones 8-10, it thrives in full sun to partial shade. Note: its invasive roots and large size make it unsuitable for small spaces.

Sun FullWater MediumZones 8–11Type TreeClimate Temperate
Camphor Tree (Cinnamomum Camphora) — which is both refreshing and therapeutic; hardy in USDA zones 8-10, it thrives in full sun to partial shade, image 76

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Medium
USDA zones
8–11

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Tree
Family
Lauraceae
Climate
Temperate

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Camphor Tree (Cinnamomum Camphora) — Note: its invasive roots and large size make it unsuitable for small spaces
Camphor Tree (Cinnamomum Camphora) — is a stately evergreen noteworthy for its aromatic leaves and striking appearance; hardy in USDA zones 8 to 10, image 48
Camphor Tree (Cinnamomum Camphora) — potentially exceeding 75 feet; hardy in USDA zones 8 to 10
Camphor Tree (Cinnamomum Camphora) — tree for full
Camphor Tree (Cinnamomum Camphora) — These are followed by black; hardy in USDA zones 8 to 10
Camphor Tree (Cinnamomum Camphora) — stress the importance of regular pruning during the early years to establish a strong; hardy in USDA zones, image 61
Camphor Tree (Cinnamomum Camphora) — Tiny yellowish-white flowers bloom in spring, followed by berry-like fruits
Camphor Tree (Cinnamomum Camphora) — In the spring, small white flowers bloom, adding subtle visual interest; the camphor tree provides ample shade
Camphor Tree (Cinnamomum Camphora) — camphor trees prefer well-draining soils and a location that receives full sunlight to partial shade
Camphor Tree (Cinnamomum Camphora) — Tiny yellowish-white flowers bloom in spring, followed by berry-like fruits; hardy in USDA zones 8 to 10, image 66
Camphor Tree (Cinnamomum Camphora) — This robust tree can reach heights up to 50-70 feet; hardy in USDA zones 8-10, it thrives in full sun to, image 49
Camphor Tree (Cinnamomum Camphora) — which is both refreshing and therapeutic
Camphor Tree (Cinnamomum Camphora) — The Camphor Tree (Cinnamomum camphora) is an evergreen renowned for its aromatic foliage; hardy in USDA zones, image 85
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