Illicium anisatum

Also Known As

Anise Shrub
Japanese Anise
Japanese Star-Anise

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 6'-15'
W: 4'-8'

planting zones

7a-11

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Illicium anisatum plant details

Illicium anisatum is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring green, white and yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun and even moisture water. Does well in acidic and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Illicium anisatum

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: schisandraceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 4 FT - 8 FT - wide, 6 FT - 15 FT - tall
Flowers: green, white and yellow blooms in spring
Uses: conical, fragrant, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Illicium anisatum

USDA Zones: 7a - 11
Sun exposure: mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: acidic and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Part of a small group of outstanding EGs with unusual, many-petalled flowers, this medium-large aromatic shrub? (Hillier) has thick glossy leaves and yellow flowers to 1" across. S-PSh/M

By: Forestfarm

This Japanese native came to us from Jane Platt years ago. The evergreen foliage is dark green and has white flowers in April. The small multi -petaled flowers are attractive.

By: Gossler Farms

Japan, Formosa, Evergreen medium to large shrub, slow-growing. Thick fleshy dark green leathery leaves. Pale yellow to cream, fragrant small flowers in mid spring. Thrives in conditions similar to rhododendrons. Much planted near Buddhist Shrines.