Lancewood
Damburneya coriacea
Mason Brock (Masebrock)
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Lauraceae
- Genus:
- Damburneya
- Species:
- Damburneya coriacea
Growth Characteristics
- Life Cycle:
- Perennial
- Growth Habit:
- Shrub , Tree
- Height:
- 20-40 ft
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- High
- Bloom Months:
- mar, apr, may, jun
- Bloom Colors:
- White
Native Range
United States: Florida, Puerto Rico, Virgin Islands
Host Plant for Caterpillars
Amatana Leafroller Moth (Argyrotaenia amatana), Edwards' wasp moth (Lymire edwardsii), Epicorsia oedipodalis, Jocara incrustalis, Tulip-tree beauty (Epimecis hortaria)
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil
- pH:
- 5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- prefers coastal scrub and sandy areas