If you are interested in cinnamomum tree growing, you will need some additional camphor tree information. These trees like to grow in fertile sandy soil with a pH level of between 4.3 - 8. Tree growing is best in full sun or partial shade. You will need to water them when they are first transplanted, but once they are established, they are drought tolerant. Tree uses include planting as a shade tree or windbreak. The tree is grown commercially in China and Japan for its oil that is used for medicinal purposes. It oil has been used to treat conditions from parasitic infections to toothaches, and the plant chemicals have value in antiseptics. Other camphor tree uses involve its attractive red and yellow striped wood, is also used in perfumes.
Technical specification
Ambient: Outdoor plant
Temperature: Full sun or partial shade
Terrain: Outdoor plant soil mix, well drained
Watering: Almost dry out between watering.
Fertilizer: Universal fertilizer, liquid or granular