Other common names
Peruvian nutmeg, tepa
Synonyms
Laurelia serrata
Trees Shrubs
An evergreen shrub or small tree, with an upright, conical habit and broadly elliptic, serrated leaves that are glossy bright green when young, and dark green and leathery when mature. Leaves are strongly aromatic when crushed. Clusters of tiny yellow-green flowers are produced in the leaf axils in early summer
Position
Full sun, Partial shade
Soil Types
Clay, Loam
Max Height
Higher than 12 metres
Max Spread
wider than 8 metres