Lindera praecox

Physical Characteristics

Lindera praecox is a deciduous Shrub growing to 7.5 m (24ft 7in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 9. It is in flower from April to May. 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).. The plant is not self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid and neutral soils and can grow in very acid soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland). It prefers moist soil.

Distribution

E. Asia - Japan, Korea.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Sunny Edge;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Oil Edible Uses: Oil None known

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known