Machilus
Machilus thunbergii ( Persea thunbergii ) TABU-NO-KI
A great large tree for parks of for planting as a street tree. Tabu-no-ki is an evergreen tree can reach 70-80' high with a spread of 40'. Leaves measure 6 inches long and look similar to the Avocado, which it is related to, but are much more waxy in appearance. Small yellow flowers are followed by small black fruits in the summer. USDA: 8-10 Sunset: 8, 9, 14-24
