Calycanthus occidentalis (Spice Bush) Native Trees and proteins

and proteins

although occasionally found as a tree

Soil needs: moist

They pollinate our flowers and vegetable crops

It improves soil fertility and is often associated with disturbed sites

Calycanthus occidentalis (Spice Bush) Native Trees and proteinsPlant Description: This is a rounded deciduous shrub with erect, multiple dark brown stems and leathery dark green leaves that have a spicy aromatic fragrance. Flowers are solitary and large reaching 2 3 in, with multiple dark red to purplish petals. Blooms with individual flowers only lasting for a few days. Fruit are woody. Leaves turn a clear yellow before dropping in fall. The leaves of this plant are edible. *NEVER CONSUME PLANTS WITHOUT PROPER