Labourdonnaisia glauca (Bois de Natte à Grandes Feuilles)

Labourdonnaisia glauca (Bois de Natte Grandes Feuilles) green plant with smooth oval leaves.
Labourdonnaisia glauca (Bois de Natte Grandes Feuilles) showing many smooth green leaves on stems.

Botanical name: Labourdonnaisia glauca

Common name: Bois de Natte à Grandes Feuilles

Family: Sapotaceae

Origin: Mauritius

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-10

Large tree taller than 20 ftPlant form: Large tree
Plant mature sizeMature height: 20 ft or more
Full sunSemi-shadeSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade
Cold toleranceCold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyWatering: Regular
White, off-white flowersFlower color: White and off-white
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; large gardens
Ornamental foliageFoliage color: Ornamental foliage
Plant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsWildlife: Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds

Endemic to Mauritius and are found in the primary forests.

Leaves are rather coriaceous and large also very decorative. The upper surface of the leaf blade is green while the lower surface is of a silver grey color.



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