Overview

Haematoxylum campechianum is a plant with a tree habit in the genus Haematoxylum, part of the Fabaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Haematoxylum campechianum grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include specimen tree and timber production.

About

Haematoxylum campechianum, commonly known as the bloodwood tree, is a deciduous tree belonging to the Fabaceae family. It thrives in full sun on a south-facing, sheltered aspect with fertile, well-drained loam soil of neutral pH. Hardy to UK zone H4, this tree is valued both as a specimen and for timber production. It is best cultivated in conditions that provide well-drained soil and can be propagated from seed or semi-ripe cuttings. The tree is particularly notable during spring and summer seasons.

About the genus

Haematoxylum is a genus of flowering plants in the legume family, Fabaceae, subfamily Caesalpinioideae and the tribe Caesalpinieae. It includes five species, four of which are native to the tropical Americas from Mexico to Colombia, and one to Namibia.

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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Haematoxylum

Sunlight

Full sun

Soil type

Loam

Soil pH

Neutral

Soil moisture

Well-drained

Aspect

South-facing

Exposure

Sheltered

UK hardiness

H4

Plant details

Haematoxylum campechianum size, habit and characteristics

Habit

Tree

Foliage

Deciduous

Suggested uses

Specimen tree, timber production

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Haematoxylum campechianum

Propagation

Seed, semi-ripe cuttings

Pest resistance

Susceptible to aphids, scale insects

Disease resistance

Susceptible to powdery mildew

Frequently asked questions