natural herbs
Persea villosa
Herb latin name: Persea villosa
Synonyms: Laurus villosa
Family: Lauraceae (Laurel Family)
Description of the plant:
Plant:
EvergreenTree
Habitat of Persea villosa:
To 2100 metresOther uses of the herb:
Wood - moderately hard, not liable to warp. It is not unlike teak.Propagation of Persea villosa:
Seed - we have no information for this species but suggest sowing the seed in a greenhouse in early spring. Prick out the seedlings into individual pots when they are large enough to handle and grow them on in the greenhouse for their first 2 winters. Plant them out into their permanent positions in early summer and give some protection from winter cold for their first winter or two outdoors.Cultivation of the herb:
To 2100 metresMedicinal use of Persea villosa:
None knownKnown hazards of Persea villosa:
None knownPlant information taken from the Plants For A Future.