Drimys lanceolata
Plant Details
General Information
Scientific name:
Drimys lanceolata
Also known as:
Mountain pepper
Images:
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Plant Properties
Layer:
Shrub
Format:
Smal
Height:
4.50 m
Width:
2.50 m
Growth Rate:
Slow
Leaf:
Evergreen
Growth conditions
USDA Hardiness:
7-10
Soil Moisture:
Moist
Moist
Soil:
Sand (light) Loam (medium)
Sand (light) Loam (medium)
pH:
Acid Neutral
Acid Neutral
Light:
Half shade
Half shade
Usage properties
Edible part:
Condiment
Condiment
Edibility:
Medicinal:
Features:
Hedge, Wood, Fragrant
Hedge, Wood, Fragrant
Description
The fruits and seeds of this plant are used as a substitute for pepper and allspice due to their sharp flavor. According to some sources, the aromatic berries are edible, while others claim that they have a somewhat cinnamon-like taste.
Harvest Data
Start Harvest:
01/09
End of Harvest:
31/10
Guilds
Guild Information
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Guild Details
| Guild | Description |
|---|---|
|
Arbutus unedoxaera Strawberry Tree |
This plant can provide shade and help maintain a cooler microclimate around Drimys lanceolata, aiding in moisture retention. |
|
Sambucus canadensis American Elder |
Sambucus can attract beneficial insects, such as pollinators, which can enhance the growth of Drimys lanceolata. |
|
Hibiscus syriacus Rose Of Sharon, Althaea, Shrub Althea, Hardy Hibiscus |
Hibiscus can provide a habitat for beneficial insects and contribute to biodiversity, which is advantageous for the ecosystem in which Drimys lanceolata grows. |
|
Filipendula ulmaria Meadowsweet |
Rhamnus can improve soil structure and fertility, benefiting the overall health of surrounding plants including Drimys lanceolata. |
|
Sorbus thibetica Tibetan whitebeam |
Acerworks well in mixed plantings, offering shelter and shade while also helping to enrich the soil with its fallen leaves. |