Spice Bush
Lindera benzoin
Family: Lauraceae
Perennial deciduous bush. Native to Appalachia, this shrub bears
glossy green leaves and waxy, spicy-smelling berries. It grows in
damp woods and shaded places, a companion plant to Goldenseal and Ginseng.
The bark and small twigs make an aromatic tea, used for the treatment of
colds and fevers. Cultivation: Easy. Cold-stored
seed. Sow in good soil. Grow in pots for a year, then transplant
the 12 to 18 inch seedling to the woodland or shade garden. Prefers rich
soils, moisture. Plant 6 feet apart. Grows up to 12 feet tall.
~ Note on Spice Bush Seeds ~
These seeds are fresh, cold-stored and available for immediate delivery
during the months of September through May only. Orders received
outside these months will be backordered and delivered as soon as the new
seed is harvested. Backordered items will not incur additional shipping
charges. Credit cards will not be billed until the seeds are delivered.
For best results, sow immediately upon receipt.
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