Sweetshrub / Carolina All Spice - Calycanthus floridus

Common Name: Sweetshrub / Carolina Allspice
Scientific Name: Calycanthus floridus
Sun Conditions: Full Sun/Partial Shade
Soil Conditions: Moist
Height Range: 6-9 ft
Width Range: 6-9 ft
Ht. Min: 6 ft
Ht. Max: 9 ft
Width Min: 6 ft
Width Max: 9 ft
Growth Habit: Upright
Growth Rate: Medium
Bloom Color: Reddish-Brown
Bloom Time: Spring
Seed/Fruit Production: Yes
Foliage Color: Green
Hardiness Zones: 4 to 9
Evergreen: No (deciduous)
Deer Resistant: Yes
Poisonous: Yes — TOXIC. Contains calycanthine, an alkaloid similar in structure to strychnine; reported toxic to humans and livestock (especially cattle/sheep) if ingested
Wildlife Value Highlights: Provides scent and food for wildlife; pollen and seed pods
Ecological/Landscape Use: Attractive Flowers, Hedge
Lepidoptera Supported by Species: Over 100
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