Leatherwood
Eucryphia lucida
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Basic Information
Family: Eucryphiaceae
Genus: eucryphia
Plant ID (slug): eucryphia-lucida
Numeric ID: 2800
USDA Hardiness: 7-10
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Eucryphia lucida is an evergreen Tree growing to 10 m (32ft) by 4 m (13ft) at a medium rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8. It is in leaf all year, in flower from June to July. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid and neutral soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.
Distribution
Australia - Tasmania.
Habitats
Woodland Garden Secondary; Hedge;
Edible Uses
None known
Medicinal Uses
Antiseptic Styptic Antiseptic, styptic.
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Eucryphia lucida Leatherwood PFAF Plant Database
Meta Description: Eucryphia lucida is an evergreen Tree growing to 10 m (32ft) by 4 m (13ft) at a medium rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8. It is in leaf all year, in flower from June to July. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid and neutral soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.