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Spicebush
Botanical Name
Calycanthus occidentalis
Also Known As
Spice Bush | Western Sweetshrub | Sweet-shrub | 西美蜡梅 | 加州夏蜡梅
Specifications
Plant Type
Native From
USDA Zone
Light Needs
Watering Needs
Leaves
Life Cycle
Avg. Mature Size
Growth Rate
Bloom Time
Flower Color
Shrub
Southwestern US
6 - 9
Partial - Full Sun
Regular
Deciduous
Perennial
8' Tall and 8' Wide
Moderate
Spring, Summer
Dark red, purplish brown
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