Leucothoe davisiae
Sierra Laurel
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Sierra Laurel (Leucothoe davisiae) - Description
Leucothoe davisiae is a species of flowering plant in the heath family known by the common name Sierra laurel. It is native to the mountains of eastern and northern California, including the Klamath Mountains, in which its distribution extends just into southern Oregon. It is a shrub growing in wet mountain habitat, such as bogs.
Sierra Laurel (Leucothoe davisiae) - Blooming
White urn-shaped flowers bloom in racemes.
Sierra Laurel (Leucothoe davisiae) - Growth
Evergreen and deciduous shrubs. Graceful, often arching shapes and sometimes zigzagging branches. Shiny leathery leaves are frequently bronze or purple in spring or fall. Grows best in partial-deep shade.
Sierra Laurel (Leucothoe davisiae) - Planting
Propagate from semi-hardwood or hardwood cuttings treated with hormone powder. Suckering species can be broadcasted by division in spring.
Sierra Laurel (Leucothoe davisiae) - Pest
Lace bugs and scale insects. Other problems include powdery mildew, tar spot, leaf gall, and anthracnose spot.
Sierra Laurel (Leucothoe davisiae) - Interesting facts
Leucothoe is native to Madagascar, the Himalayas, Eastern Asia, and North and South America. Species work well as an addition to a woodland garden, as they are commonly found in woodlands among other sites such as thickets swamps, and streambanks.
Sierra Laurel (Leucothoe davisiae) - Soil and irrigation
Needs rich, acidic, moisture-retentive soil that has been well amended with organic matter. Does not tolerate drought or soggy soil.
