Carolina Allspice

Calycanthus floridus

Family: Calycanthaceae

Heady & Exoticsweetspice

SeasonSpring–Summer

OriginSoutheastern North America

IntensityStrong

LifespanPerennial

About This Flower

Heady & Exotic · Spring–Summer bloomer

Carolina allspice produces unusual burgundy-red flowers that exude a remarkable fruity-spice fragrance combining strawberry, pineapple, and cloves, one of the most complex natural scents in any garden.

Symbolism & Meaning

compassion, benevolence

In the Victorian language of flowers, carolina allspice means “Compassion”.

Habitat & Environment

Southeastern North America

Carolina Allspice is native to Southeastern North America.

Quick Reference

Scientific NameCalycanthus floridus
FamilyCalycanthaceae
Native ToSoutheastern North America
Bloom SeasonSpring–Summer
LifespanPerennial

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