Leather Wood, Western leatherwood
Dirca occidentalis
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Basic Information
Family: Thymelaeaceae
Genus: dirca
Plant ID (slug): dirca-occidentalis
Numeric ID: 20352
USDA Hardiness: 6-9
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Dirca occidentalis is a deciduous Shrub growing to 1.8 m (6ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 7 and is not frost tender. It is in flower in March. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). 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
South-western N. America - California..
Habitats
Woodland Garden Sunny Edge; Dappled Shade; Shady Edge;
Edible Uses
None known
Medicinal Uses
None known
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Dirca occidentalis Leather Wood, Western leatherwood