Overview
Ocotea bullata is a plant with a clump forming habit in the genus Ocotea, part of the Lauraceae family, with evergreen foliage. Ocotea bullata grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1a. Suggested uses include houseplant and conservatory and greenhouse.
About
Ocotea bullata, commonly known as black stinkwood, is an evergreen, clump-forming plant from the Lauraceae family. It thrives in full sun with a south-facing aspect and prefers a sheltered position. This cultivar grows best in fertile, moist but well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH. Suitable for cultivation as a houseplant or in conservatories and greenhouses, it is hardy to UK zone H1a. Propagation can be achieved through division or stem cuttings, with interest in its foliage during spring and summer.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Ocotea
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H1a
Plant details
Ocotea bullata size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Houseplant, Conservatory and greenhouse
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Ocotea bullata
- Propagation
- Division, Stem cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Scale insects, Glasshouse red spider mite, Mealybugs
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Ocotea bullata?
Ocotea bullata prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Ocotea bullata need?
Ocotea bullata grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Ocotea bullata hardy in the UK?
Ocotea bullata has an RHS hardiness rating of H1a, meaning it needs tropical warmth above 15°C and must be grown under glass in the UK.
How do I propagate Ocotea bullata?
Division, Stem cuttings.