Umbellularia californica
Plant Details
General Information
Scientific name:
Umbellularia californica
Also known as:
California Laurel
Images:
Google Images
Plant Properties
Layer:
Tree
Format:
Large
Height:
25.00 m
Width:
10.00 m
Growth Rate:
Moderate
Leaf:
Evergreen
Growth conditions
USDA Hardiness:
7-10
Soil Moisture:
Moist
Moist
Soil:
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
pH:
Acid Neutral
Acid Neutral
Light:
Sun
Sun
Usage properties
Edible part:
Fruit, Seed
Fruit, Seed
Edibility:
Medicinal:
Features:
Dye, Ethereal oil, Incense, Repellent, Wood, Fragrant
Dye, Ethereal oil, Incense, Repellent, Wood, Fragrant
Description
Cooking seeds can be roasted, ground, and used as grain flour for bread. Roasting or drying the seeds releases a bitter flavor. The fruits can be eaten raw or cooked, and the leaves serve as a spice in cooked dishes. They have an intense flavor and can replace bay leaves. The leaves can be used to flavor soups and stews, and they can also be brewed into tea. Additionally, a coffee substitute can be made from the bark.
Harvest Data
Start Harvest:
00/00
End of Harvest:
00/00
Crown Data
Crown Type:
Breed eirond
Crown Density:
Dichte kroon
Guilds
Guild Information
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Guild Details
| Guild | Description |
|---|---|
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Vitis vinifera Grape |
Vines like Vitis vinifera can provide vertical growth and shade, which helps reduce competition at ground level while benefiting from the tree's structure for support. |
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Corylus avellana Hazel |
Corylus avellana (Hazelnut) can improve soil fertility and provides a source of food while also benefiting from the shade and moisture the tree provides. |
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Alnus rubra Red alder |
Alnus rubra can fix nitrogen in the soil, enhancing soil fertility and promoting healthier growth for Umbellularia californica. |
|
Carya ovata Hickory |
Carya ovata provides food resources and benefits from the canopy cover and moisture retention of Umbellularia californica. |
|
Prunus cerasifera Cherry plum |
Cornus sericea can enhance biodiversity and provide habitat for wildlife, while adding to the aesthetics of the garden with its vibrant branches. |
|
Rubus idaeus Raspberry |
Rubus idaeus (Raspberry) contributes to food production and benefits from the shade provided by Umbellularia californica, leading to better fruit quality. |
|
Juglans regia English Walnut |
Juglans regia can utilize the nutrients in the soil effectively, providing shade and benefiting from the moisture retention capabilities of Umbellularia californica. |