Leatherleaf
Chamaedaphne calyculata
Description:
Branched shrub with small, evergreen, leathery leaves. Rusty spots are found underneath the leaves. Flowers are bell shaped and white, and bloom from early to mid spring. Fruit matures in late summer to early fall. Found on the edges of bogs, swamps, and other moist to wet areas.
Plant Overview:
Other Common Names: | Cassandra |
Plant Family: | Ericaceae |
Plant Duration: | Perennial |
Plant Type: | Shrubs/Subshrub |
Bloom Time: | Early April to May |
Fruit Timing: | Early September to October |
Global and State Rank: | G5, S5 |
Commercially available landscape plant? | No |
Soil Characteristics: | |
Soil Type: | Sandy |
Soil Moisture: | Wet |
Soil pH: | Acidic |
Light Needs: | |
Opitmal Light: | Sun |
Light Range: | Sun |
Water Needs of Plant: | |
Soil Moisture: | Wet |