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Torreya grandis

Also Known As

Chinese Nutmeg Tree

Plant type

tree, shrub, conifer

size

H: 82'
W: 25'

planting zones

7a-10b

Torreya grandis plant details

Torreya grandis is an evergreen conifer shrub or tree with green foliage. and red fruit. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Torreya grandis

Plant type: conifer shrub or tree
Plant family: taxaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 25 FT wide, 82 FT tall

GROWING CONDITIONS for Torreya grandis

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Rare in cultivation, this perhaps smallest of the Nutmeg-Yew trees barely reaches 20' in cultivation and has shorter, finer, glossy deep-green needles. Sh/M

By: Forestfarm

Unusual family of yew relatives, all rare, most in Southeast Asia with one in Florida and one on the Pacific West Coast. T. grandis is a stately small tree, with single leader and layered branches looking like particularly robust fir with a tropical overtone. Small reddish berries occur later in its life with one of the most endearing features being the delicious "Christmas tree" fragrance elicited by the slightest brush of the needles. Can tolerate full sun except in the very driest areas but good as an understory tree. Consistent moisture best. Frost hardy in USDA zone 7.