Mazhar Botanic Garden

Tarchonanthus camphoratus L.

Camphor bush

Sample code: EGY-MBG-001231
Common name: Camphor bush
English name: Camphor bush
Arabic name: تارشوننساس
Native: South Africa
Country: South Africa
(PGR): Rare

Evergreen shrub or small tree grow up 4-6 m tall bark grey, rough, and peeling in strips leaves strong camphor scent when crushed, narrowly elliptical, grey-green, dense white, hairy underside flower creamy-brown to yellow dioecious, male and female on separate plants fruit small, dry seeds covered in white, wood hairs

All parts aromatic, smelling strongly of camphor. Very tough, drought-resistant, and tolerant of wind and coastal conditions. Excellent for hedges. Excellent for hedges, screens, windbreaks and erosion control. valued for its wood and medicinal properties. attracts wildlife. Wood aromatic serves for fuel, building and crafts.

Tarchonanthus procerus Salisb

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Texture: Clay Loam Sandy
Fertility: High
Drainage: Well drained
Topography: Coastal area
Salinity: Intermediated
Water Sources: Drought-tolerant plant
Climates: Subtropics
Lights: Full sun Light shade
Propagation: Stem cuttings
Flowering time: Winter
Zone: 9 : 11
pH range: 5.5-6.5

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