Chilean Laurel

Laurelia sempervirens

Physical Characteristics

Laurelia sempervirens is an evergreen Tree growing to 15 m (49ft) by 15 m (49ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 9. It is in leaf all year, in flower in April. The species is dioecious (individual flowers are either male or female, but only one sex is to be found on any one plant so both male and female plants must be grown if seed is required). and is pollinated by Insects. The plant is not self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.

Distribution

S. America - Chile.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Secondary; Dappled Shade;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Edible Uses: Condiment The bark and leaves are used as a spice[183]. The fruit and the seed are used[2, 46, 61, 177].

Medicinal Uses

Nervine Skin Stomachic VD Nervine, skin. It is also used in the treatment of colds, paralysis, stomach problems and VD[139].

Known Hazards

None known