{"product_id":"cinnamomum-camphora-6-grow-bag","title":"Cinnamomum camphora - 6\" Grow bag","description":"\u003cp\u003eCinnamomum camphora, commonly called the camphor tree (Kapur), is a large evergreen tree of the Lauraceae family famed for the camphor distilled from its leaves, wood and roots. Its glossy, waxy leaves release a distinct camphor scent when crushed, and the smooth-barked trunk supports a dense, rounded canopy that casts cool shade.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn India it is planted as an avenue and shade tree in cooler hill stations and across the plains, and is valued for the natural camphor (karpura) traditionally used in pujas, Ayurveda and aromatherapy. It is slow to moderate growing, long-lived and tolerant of a wide range of soils once established.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYoung trees are sometimes container-grown for gardens and large landscapes, but the species ultimately needs space, as mature specimens can reach great size with broad, surface-rooting systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFamily\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLauraceae\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eNative region\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEast Asia (China, Taiwan, Japan, Vietnam)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15-25 m (can exceed 30 m in old trees)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature spread\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10-18 m canopy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrowth rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSlow to moderate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFoliage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEvergreen, glossy ovate leaves, aromatic when crushed; new flush often pinkish-red\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower colour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmall, pale yellow to creamy white\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower season\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpring to early summer (Mar-May)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eClimate zone\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSubtropical to warm temperate; tropical highlands\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSunlight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun to partial shade; prefers full sun for a dense, well-formed canopy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater regularly when young to establish; mature trees are drought-tolerant and need little extra water\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSoil \/ mix\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeep, well-drained loamy or sandy soil; tolerates a wide pH range but dislikes waterlogging\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThrives at 15-32 C; tolerates light frost when mature but young plants need protection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eHumidity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdapts to moderate and high humidity; no special requirement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFertilizer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApply balanced NPK or well-rotted organic manure once or twice a year in growing season for young trees\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePruning\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrune in late winter to shape and remove dead or crossing branches; tolerates hard pruning\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRepotting\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFor containerised young plants, repot every 1-2 years into a larger pot until ground-planted\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePropagation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBy fresh seed; also semi-hardwood cuttings and air layering, though seed is most common\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePests \u0026amp; problems\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGenerally hardy; watch for scale, mealybugs and occasional leaf-spot or root rot in poorly drained soil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eToxicity \/ safety\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToxic. Camphor in the leaves, wood and oil is poisonous if ingested and harmful to dogs, cats and children; keep away from pets and young children\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEasy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eUses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Shade and avenue tree for large gardens, parks, campuses and roadsides.\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Source of natural camphor (karpura) used in Hindu pujas, incense and aromatherapy.\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Aromatic timber used for furniture and chests, valued for its insect-repellent scent.\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Essential oil used in traditional medicine, balms and inhalants.\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/ul\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Plant at the onset of the monsoon (June-July) so seedlings establish with natural rainfall. Choose an open, sunny spot with deep, free-draining soil and ample room for the spreading roots and canopy.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Water young trees through the first two or three dry seasons, then taper off as they become drought-hardy. Mulch the base to conserve moisture and suppress weeds. In frost-prone north Indian plains and hills, shield young plants in their first couple of winters. Keep well away from buildings, drains and paving, as the vigorous surface roots can lift hard surfaces.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs the camphor tree the actual source of camphor?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Natural camphor (karpura) is distilled from the leaves, wood and roots of Cinnamomum camphora, though much commercial camphor today is made synthetically.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs Cinnamomum camphora safe around pets and children?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. The camphor in its leaves, wood and oil is toxic if ingested and can harm dogs, cats and children, so plant it away from areas where they play.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow big does the camphor tree get and is it suitable for small gardens?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is a large tree reaching 15-25 m tall with a broad canopy and vigorous surface roots, so it needs open space and is not suited to small home gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"vedicflora","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51256089706742,"sku":"PLT-CINNAMOMUMCA-B06-NA","price":199.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0805\/4980\/6326\/files\/nurserylive-seeds-cinnamomum-camphora-camphor-tree-seeds.jpg?v=1783920812","url":"https:\/\/vedicflora.com\/products\/cinnamomum-camphora-6-grow-bag","provider":"vedicflora","version":"1.0","type":"link"}