Calycanthus — 2 species
Botanical species in the genus Calycanthus recorded in the PlantPeers database.
EdibleMedicinal
Calycanthus floridus
Calycanthus floridus
Family: Calycanthaceae
Cultivation
Calycanthus floridus is native to the temperate and subtropical regions of southeastern N. America. It is generally very hardy, with dormant plants able to tolerate temperatures falling to at least -20°c, but the tender young growth in the spring can be damaged by late frosts.
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EdibleMedicinal
Calycanthus occidentalis
Calycanthus occidentalis
Family: Calycanthaceae
Cultivation
Calycanthus occidentalis can tolerate winter temperatures down to about -15°c. Prefers a light loamy soil that is deep and moist but succeeds in most fertile soils if they are not shallow. Requires a well-drained soil.
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