Ironwood, Buckwheat tree
Cliftonia monophylla
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Basic Information
Family: Cyrillaceae
Genus: cliftonia
Plant ID (slug): cliftonia-monophylla
Numeric ID: 22645
USDA Hardiness: 7-10
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Cliftonia monophylla is an evergreen Shrub growing to 4 m (13ft 1in) at a slow rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8. It is in leaf all year, in flower from April to May. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid soils and can grow in very acid soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers moist soil.
Distribution
South-eastern N. America - Louisiana to Florida.
Habitats
Woodland Garden Sunny Edge;
Edible Uses
None known
Medicinal Uses
None known
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Cliftonia monophylla Ironwood, Buckwheat tree