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Calycanthus occidentalis
Californian allspice
Deciduous shrub
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The Calycanthus occidentalis plant species is found in Southwestern N. America - California. It is a member of the Calycanthaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Californian allspice. Some home gardeners know the variety as C. macrophyllus.

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Latin Name:  Calycanthus occidentalis
Common Name:  Californian allspice
Family:  Calycanthaceae
Author:  Hook.&Arn.
 
Known Hazards:  None known
 
Mature Height:  3   Mature Width:  3
 
Habitat:  Banks of streams, ponds and other wet places below 1200 metres[11, 184].



Edible Uses:  The aromatic bark is dried and used as a substitute for cinnamon and all spice[11, 105].

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