SPICEWOOD

Calyptranthes pallens

 

To 20 feet; often less

Moderate rate of growth

Shade to full sun

Prefers rich, moist soil, but not wet

May become drought tolerant

Zones 10 to 11

 

Highly ornamental, densely-branched large shrub or small tree with a rounded crown and fragrant leaves.

Small, fragrant, white flowers are followed by purple/black berries.

Bird attractor.

 

http://florida.plantatlas.usf.edu/Plant.aspx?id=705

 

http://regionalconservation.org/beta/nfyn/plantdetail.asp?tx=Calypall