Synonyms
Machilus thunbergii
Persea thunbergii var. stenophylla
Shrubs Trees
A tropical evergreen shrub or small tree, to around 5m high in cultivation, with tiered branches bearing lance-shaped to elliptic, shiny bright green leaves that are tapered at the base and paler underneath. Leaves are flushed bright reddish bronze when young. Long clusters of small, fragrant, yellow-green flowers are produced at the base of young shoots in spring, followed by clusters of round, purple-black berries
Position
Full sun, Partial shade
Soil Types
Loam, Clay
Max Height
4-8 metres
Max Spread
4-8 metres