Illicium henryi [Camellia Forest clone]

Also Known As

Henry Anise Tree

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

H: 7'-15'
W: 7'

planting zones

7a-10b

Illicium henryi [Camellia Forest clone] plant details

Illicium henryi [Camellia Forest clone] is a broadleaf evergreen shrub or tree with green foliage. In spring bronze and red flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Illicium henryi [Camellia Forest clone]

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: schisandraceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 7 FT - 15 - wide, 7 FT - 15 FT - tall
Flowers: bronze and red blooms in spring
Uses: anise-scented, fragrant, leathery leaves, small tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Illicium henryi [Camellia Forest clone]

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular

Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Native to central and western China this evergreen shrub or small tree, shared with us by Camellia Forest Nursery in North Carolina, can eventually reach 7-15 ft tall and wide. Anise-scented leaves are about 6" long and slender, said to be deer resistant, and late spring flowers are cupped and copper to dark red. Part shade to shade; remains dense and shapely even in deep shade. Can be grown in full sun in milder climates. Good for screening. Frost hardy in USDA zones 7.