Plant Habit: | Tree |
Life cycle: | Perennial |
Sun Requirements: | Partial or Dappled Shade Partial Shade to Full Shade |
Water Preferences: | Mesic |
Soil pH Preferences: | Slightly acid (6.1 – 6.5) Neutral (6.6 – 7.3) Slightly alkaline (7.4 – 7.8) |
Minimum cold hardiness: | Zone 9b -3.9 °C (25 °F) to -1.1 °C (30 °F) |
Maximum recommended zone: | Zone 12 |
Plant Height: | 6 to 8 feet |
Leaves: | Unusual foliage color Evergreen Other: Blue-green metallic sheen. |
Flowers: | Showy |
Flower Color: | Orange Purple Red |
Bloom Size: | Under 1" |
Underground structures: | Taproot |
Suitable Locations: | Patio/Ornamental/Small Tree Houseplant |
Resistances: | Humidity tolerant |
Toxicity: | Other: Fruit sap and juices may cause skin irritations in some individuals. |
Containers: | Needs excellent drainage in pots |
Miscellaneous: | Dioecious |
Awards and Recognitions: | RHS AGM |
carlysuko | On November 18, 2019 | Obtained plant Purchased from Anderson's La Costa nursery |