Laurel espada
Ocotea floribunda
Laurel espada is a tropical canopy tree native to South American rainforests that requires a warm, humid environment and consistent moisture to thrive. It prefers partial shade when young, transitioning to brighter conditions as it matures, and does best in rich, well-draining soil with regular watering. This is a specialist plant best suited to large tropical gardens or botanical collections in frost-free climates.
Care Level
Moderate
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
12″ – 48″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
120″
Watering Schedule
Every 7-10 Days • Water Thoroughly Until Soil Is Evenly Moist; Do Not Allow To Dry Out Completely
Soil pH
4.5 – 7.5
Temperature
-25° – 95°F
Mature Spread
up to 48″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Propagation: Seed, Division, Cutting
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle
Image: trefle.io — Taken Jul 24, 2009 by OTS - Oviedo-Brenes, Federico (cc-by-nc-sa)
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