Botanical Name: Persea indica
Common Name: Madeira bay Type of Plant: dicot: tree Character evergreen Habit of Growth: Overall Shape upright, oval small tree with evenly spaced, symmetrical branch structure Height 20'-30' Spread 2/3 to equal Growth Rate rapid Environment: Exposure outdoors full sun Soil prefers a well-drained, moist soil Hardiness some frost (zones 9, 16-24) best in mild habitat Morphology: Leaves simple pinnate, oblong, tips acute, 4-6" long dark green and glossy above, pale green and pubescent beneath Flowers terminal panicles of light yellow green flowers – inconspicuous Fruit to 1" long purple drupe, not considered edible Propagation: seed Usage: small patio tree, street tree - good for small landscapes, lawn tree, shade tree Landscape Care: Watering likes regular water Fertilizing balanced in spring Pruning shape and head back Pests/Diseases aphids Special Conditions/Other Origin: Canary Islands Family: Lauraceae Notes: |
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