Prunus lusitanica
Species
- Shrub
Family | Rosaceae |
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Synonyms | Cerasus lusitanica, Laurocerasus lusitanica, Padus eglandulosa |
Common names | Evergreen Prunus, Portugese Laurel |
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Form
Height in cultivation 3 – 5 m
Spread in cultivation 2 – 3 m
Origin Exotic
Flower colour Pink, white
Flower period spring
Leaf colour Green
Leaf loss Evergreen
Site
Urban space type Garden
Use feature, screen
Soil texture clay, loam, sand
Soil pH acidic, neutral
Planting & Maintenance Well drained soil
Performance
Shade tolerance Full sun Part shade
Tolerance
Moderate drought
High frost
Moderate coastal
High frost
Moderate coastal
Biodiversity
Insect
Pollinator
Climate Suitability
Climate suitability
Unsuitable Suitable
203020502070
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