Nyssa sinensis
(Chinese Tupelo)
Family - Nyssaceae
Category - Tree
Origin - China
Discovered By - Discovered by Augustine Henry in 1888
Year of Introduction - Introduced by Ernest Wilson in 1902
Season of Interest - Spring, Summer, Autumn
Hardiness - H5
Height - 3m or more
Width - 3m or more
Location - The Hot Garden
Description: A large Deciduous Shrub or small tree with an upright habit and spreading branches. Long, dark green leaves are ovate to oval in shape and have pointed tips. Each leaf can reach 15cm or more in length. Small flowers are green and held in clusters. The flowers are produced in early summer and are usually considered visually insignificant. The flowers are followed by round, black fruit. The leaves turn brilliant shades of orange, red and yellow in autumn before falling.
Flower:
Small, green flowers are held in clusters and produced in June. The flowers are followed by small, round black fruit. The flowers and fruit are usually considered visually insignificant to the overall look of the tree.
Flower colour: Green
Flower shape: Small flowers in clusters
Flowering time: June
Foliage:
Dark green leaves are ovate to oval in shape with pointed tips and a smooth texture. Each leaf can reach 15cm in length. The new growth emerges deep red through the growing season. The leaves are Alternately arranged on the branches and turn magnificent shades of red, orange and yellow in autumn before falling.
Foliage Senescence: Deciduous
Foliage Shape: Ovate to oval
Autumn Colour: Red, orange, yellow
Propagation:
Cuttings, seed.
Cultivation:
Best in full sun to partial shade in fertile, moisture-retentive soil that is well-drained. This plant prefers soil with a neutral to acidic pH and will not tolerate root disturbance well.