Yaya, lancewood
Oxandra laurifolia
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Basic Information
Family: Annonaceae
Genus: oxandra
Plant ID (slug): oxandra-laurifolia
Numeric ID: 22096
USDA Hardiness: 10-12
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Oxandra laurifolia is an evergreen Tree growing to 10 m (32ft) by 8 m (26ft) at a medium rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 10. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils and can grow in very alkaline soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers moist soil.
Distribution
Caribbean - Martinique to Cuba.
Habitats
Edible Uses
None known
Medicinal Uses
None known
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Oxandra laurifolia Yaya, lancewood