About
Peumus boldus, boldo, is an aromatic, evergreen shrub or small tree from Chile producing leathery, oval, dark-green leaves with a distinctive spicy, medicinal fragrance and small, white flowers. The leaves are used medicinally and as a culinary herb in South America. An ornamental and aromatic plant for a frost-free, sheltered garden.
About the genus
Peumus are aromatic, evergreen trees and shrubs from South America with leathery, fragrant leaves. Grown in frost-free, sheltered gardens.
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, containers, mixed plantings.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in well-drained soil. Water during establishment.
PruningRemove dead growth as needed.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.