Umbellularia californica Pollinator The tuberous root has been

The tuberous root has been a staple of traditional Chinese medicine since the Song dynasty

and the lover of hardy heirlooms

sharply drained soil

so a late-blooming male such as 'Apollo' or 'Southern Gentleman' is needed within about fifty feet

Native to the eastern and midwestern United States

Umbellularia californica Pollinator The tuberous root has beenCalifornia Laurel or Myrtlewood is a medium size dense evergreen tree with glossy leaves and rounded habit of growth. The leaves have a strong pungent odor when bruised. Grown as an ornamental tree in Oregon and northern California. The beautiful wood is valued for fine woodworking and is sold in many places in southwestern Oregon. Little known in the southern U. S. but well worth trying here.