Flower Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| English Name | Leatherwood |
| Scientific Name | Cyrilla racemiflora |
| Main Color | White |
| Plant Type |  Shrub |
| Distribution |  Cultivated |
| Month Found | Sep |
| Image | Cyrilla-001 |
| Photographer | DP |
| Location Found | Abbotsbury |
| Country Found | UK |
Flower Details
Description
Leatherwood is a small evergreen tree or shrub, typically growing up to 10 metres tall. It features glossy, dark green leaves and produces small, fragrant white flowers in long racemes. The bark is smooth and grey, adding to its ornamental appeal.
Distribution
Cyrilla racemiflora is native to the southeastern United States, the Caribbean, and parts of Central and South America. It thrives in wetland areas, often found in swamps and along stream banks.
Medicinal/Other Uses
— No significant medicinal uses.
Edibility
Inedible - the plant is not known to be safe for human consumption.
Human Toxicity
Non_ToxicNon Toxic - there are no known harmful effects from handling or accidental ingestion.
Pet Toxicity
Non Toxic to pets - safe for cats, dogs, and other domestic animals.
Active Compounds
None known.