Myrica cerifera
Plant Details
General Information
Scientific name:
Myrica cerifera
Also known as:
Southern Wax myrtle
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Plant Properties
Layer:
Shrub
Format:
Smal
Height:
9.00 m
Width:
3.00 m
Growth Rate:
Fast
Leaf:
Evergreen
Growth conditions
USDA Hardiness:
7-11
Soil Moisture:
Moist
Moist
Soil:
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
pH:
Acid Neutral
Acid Neutral
Light:
Half shade, Sun
Half shade, Sun
Usage properties
Edible part:
Condiment, Fruit, Tea
Condiment, Fruit, Tea
Edibility:
Medicinal:
Features:
Nitrogen, Dye, Hedge, Wax, Wood, Carbon farming, Fragrant
Nitrogen, Dye, Hedge, Wax, Wood, Carbon farming, Fragrant
Description
Fruit - raw or cooked. The fruit has a diameter of about 3 mm and contains a large seed. There is little edible flesh and the quality is moderate. The leaves and berries are used as a seasoning in food. They have an aromatic, appealing, and pleasant scent, and can serve as an alternative to bay leaves. They can be used to flavor soups, stews, and other dishes. The dried leaves are used to make strong tea.
Harvest Data
Start Harvest:
01/09
End of Harvest:
31/10
Guilds
Guild Information
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Guild Details
| Guild | Description |
|---|---|
|
Corylus avellana Hazel |
Provides nitrogen fixation which improves the soil quality for Myrica cerifera. |
|
Fagus sylvatica Beech |
Acts as a shade provider, helping to maintain moisture in the soil around Myrica cerifera. |
|
Salix alba Willow |
Attracts pollinators and beneficial insects that can help in Myrica cerifera's growth. |
|
Corylus colurna Turkish Hazel |
Provides additional shade and can help in reducing root competition for Myrica cerifera. |
|
Morus alba White mulberry |
Provides berries that attract birds, which can help with seed dispersal of Myrica cerifera. |