Lindera obtusiloba (Japanese Spicebush)

Lindera obtusiloba (Japanese Spicebush) light green plant branches with small golden yellow flower clusters
Lindera obtusiloba (Japanese Spicebush) with light green leaves and tiny golden yellow flower clusters throughout.

Botanical name: Lindera obtusiloba

Common name: Japanese Spicebush

Family: Lauraceae

Origin: China, Korea, Japan

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 6-9

Small tree 10-20 ftPlant form: Small tree
Plant mature sizeMature height: 10-20 ft
Semi-shadeSun exposure: Semi-shade
Subtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short timeCold tolerance: Tolerates light freezing to about 30°F for short periods (mature plants). Young plants must be protected.
Watering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Regular; moderate
Yellow, orange flowersFlower color: Yellow, orange
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Deciduous plantFoliage: Deciduous
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Lindera obtusiloba is a spreading deciduous shrub or small tree growing to 6 m (20 ft) tall and wide, with glossy aromatic leaves and deep yellow flowers which appear in spring before the leaves. Each leaf has a curious mitten-like shape that varies a little from leaf to leaf. In autumn, they turn a magnificent yellow-gold.


Lindera obtusiloba (Japanese Spicebush) green leaves on a woody branch close up
Lindera obtusiloba (Japanese Spicebush) branch with smooth green leaves and reddish stems
Lindera obtusiloba (Japanese Spicebush) green leaves on a thin branch with water droplets close up.
Lindera obtusiloba (Japanese Spicebush) displays distinct lobed green leaves along a slender woody branch.


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