Category: Seminum | Sub-Category: Shrubs and Vines
Scientific Name (Genus/Species): Pterostyrax hispida
Family: (Styracaceae)
Hardy tree to 30′. Fragrant Epaulette Tree. Japan. “Of considerable beauty in leaf and flower.” (GST**). A delightful, quick growing, small tree with handsome, elongated leaves, bright green above and silvery green beneath. Drooping panicles up to 10 inches long, of small, creamy white flowers, are followed by spindle-shaped, five-ribbed fruits. May and June. Sun/partial shade. 3 & 7 for 3 months, then T2