Lindera benzoin

spicebush

The spicy, citrusy aroma of this versatile understory shrub is enchanting, and the leaves and twigs make a pleasant tea. Place at least one male plant among females for fruiting. Larval host plant for Swallowtail butterflies.

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Height: 6-12 ft
Spread: 6-12 ft
Hardiness Zone: 4-9


Bloom Color: Yellow

Characteristics & Attributes

Cultivation Status
• Species
Exposure
• Sun
• Part Shade
• Shade
Soil Moisture
• Average
• Wet
Ecoregion
• (83) Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands
• (59) Northeastern Coastal Zone
• (84) Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens
• (82) Acadian Plains and Hills
• (58) Northeastern Highlands
Ornamental Interest
• Spring Bloom
• Summer Fruit
• Fall Foliage
Attracts Wildlife
• Attracts Songbirds
• Attracts Bees
• Host Plant
• Other Pollinators/Wildlife
Tolerance
• Deer/Rabbit Resistant
• Salt Tolerant
Additional Attributes
• Dioecious (fruits only on female plants)
• Edible
• Low Maintenance
• Fragrant
Landscape Use
• Naturalize
• Hedge/screening
• Rain Garden
• Massing
• Specimen
Attractive Fall Foliage and/or Ornamental Fruit
• Bright Yellow to Bronze Fall Foliage
• Red Fruit


North American Distribution


spicebush - Lindera benzoin from Native Plant Trust
spicebush - Lindera benzoin from Native Plant Trust
spicebush - Lindera benzoin from Native Plant Trust
spicebush - Lindera benzoin from Native Plant Trust