Fragrant Epaulette Tree

Pterostyrax hispidus Styracaceae

Growth habit

Tree

Perennation

Long-lived polycarpic perennial

Native distribution

Japan

Location

Conifer Slope

Source of plant

Morris Arboretum

Description

Round-headed small tree, developing an open head with slender, spreading branches, reaching 20' to 30' in height and width. Foliage handsome, bright green above, silvery green beneath, with yellow-green,ineffective fall color. Flowers white, perfect, borne in July, after the leaves have matured, in large, 5" to 10" long , 2" to 3" wide pendulous panicles which terminate short lateral branches.

USDA Hardiness Zone

4

Special characteristics

fragrance, flowering season