Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Calycanthaceae

Genus:

Calycanthus

Species:

Calycanthus occidentalis

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Shrub

Height:

12-20 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun, Part Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Months:

apr, may, jun, jul, aug, sep, oct

Bloom Colors:

Red, Pink, Brown

Evergreen Shrub:

Yes

Landscaping Shrub:

Yes

Native Range

United States: California, Washington

Host Plant for Caterpillars

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, well-drained loamy soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

tolerates poor drainage

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

Prefers riparian zones and can tolerate seasonal flooding.

Germination Information