Cinnamomum camphora - Camphor Tree

Market price from $129.99 to $289.99

Cinnamomum camphora is more than just a tree; it’s a stately botanical marvel that can inject life into any landscape. Hailing from the far reaches of East Asia, this evergreen beauty, commonly known as the Camphor Tree, has the power to transform dull backgrounds into a vibrant tapestry of green. With an impressive height stretching from 50-100 feet, this tree stands majestically, adorned with a glossy and organically-fragranced canopy that dances between sun and shade. The elliptically-shaped leaves, vibrant in color and robust in scent, release a unique camphor aroma when crushed. In late spring, delicate white flowers bloom to enrich its charm, eventually surrendering to clusters of blackberries that serve as a beacon for birds and wildlife. What’s even more, this tree holds in its bark the secret to camphor oil—an ingredient widely sought after in medicinal and insect repellent production. While it's incredibly resilient and requires moderate to low watering once matured, it prefers its soil well drained and it thrives under full sun or partial shade. A word of caution though: the energy of its expansive root system demands judicious placement to avoid potential structural upset. With the Camphor Tree, elegance, utility, and a touch of the exotic come home.