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Black Sassifras

Atherosperma moschatum

Black Sassifras or Atherosperma is an stunning evergreen tree from Australia with grey-green leaves that have white down beneath. The whole plant is aromatic with very fragrant cream coloured flowers.

This shrub yields an essential oil useful for bronchitis and rheumatism.

Native to:
Australia
Eventual height:
6 m
Eventual width:
3 m
Hardiness:
Half hardy
Sun:
Full-partial sun
Soil:
Well drained, acid to neutral soils.
Flower:
Cream
Leaf:
Grey - green
Flowering period:
May to June

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Maintenance

Plant in a sheltered site or protect in a conservatory in northern regions.

Further information

Our 4L 'sassifras'' are well developed with approximate height and spreads of 1m x 0.3m.

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