Eucryphia

Eucryphia Cordifolia – Best Trees In NZ!

Growing colourful trees such as Eucryphia cordifolia in your garden delivers a vast range of benefits:

• They are visual plants that add impact to a space.
• They attract birds and bees.
• Street appeal can be greatly enhanced.
• They can provide shelter and screening.
• Children can learn the plants and become more involved with nature.
• These plants will bring you pleasure for many years to come.

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Eucryphia Questions

1. What is the hardiest Eucryphia?

The hardiest eucryphia is Eucryphia glutinosa. It is a deciduous shrub or small tree that is native to central and southern Chile. It can tolerate temperatures down to minus 29°C. Other relatively hardy eucryphias include:

• Eucryphia 'Nymansay'
• Eucryphia 'Rostrevor'
• Eucryphia cordifolia

It is important to note that all eucryphias prefer moist, well-drained soil and full sun or partial shade. They can be susceptible to wind damage, so it is best to plant them in a sheltered location.

2. Is Eucryphia an evergreen?

Yes, most species of Eucryphia are evergreen. However, there is one species, Eucryphia glutinosa, which is deciduous.

3. How big do Eucryphia lucida get?

Eucryphia lucida, commonly known as Tasmanian leatherwood, is a large evergreen shrub or small tree that can grow up to 10-15 metres tall and 4 metres wide. However, in its natural habitat, it can reach heights of up to 30 metres after 50 years.

It is a popular garden plant due to its attractive glossy green leaves, showy white flowers, and tolerance for a variety of soil conditions. It is also a valuable honey plant as its flowers attract bees and other pollinators.

4. What is the common name for Eucryphia?

There isn't just one common name for Eucryphia. It varies depending on the specific species and region:

Australia and New Zealand:

• Leatherwood: Most commonly used for Eucryphia lucida and Eucryphia milliganii.
• Pinkwood: Refers to several Australian species like Eucryphia moorei and Eucryphia wilkiei.
• Plumwood: Another name for Eucryphia moorei.

Chile:

• Ulmo: Refers to Eucryphia cordifolia, the national tree of Chile.
• Ñirre: Usually used for the deciduous species Eucryphia glutinosa.

Other regions:

• Hardy Myrtle: A more generic name used in countries where Eucryphia isn't native.