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Stewartia malacodendron

Also Known As

Silky Camellia
Silky Stewartia
Virginia Stewartia

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

H: 10'-30'
W: 10'

planting zones

7a-9b

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Stewartia malacodendron plant details

Stewartia malacodendron is a broadleaf deciduous shrub or tree with green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Stewartia malacodendron

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: theaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 10 FT wide, 10 FT - 30 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer
Uses: fall color

GROWING CONDITIONS for Stewartia malacodendron

USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular

Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This is our southeastern U.S. native. Will make a 10'-12' shrub. The flowers are large (2”) white and look somewhat like a single camellia. The stamens are deep dark purple. These are 2 years old. We have grown from seed collected in the wild by Jack Johnston. Thanks Jack. These are small but very healthy.

By: Gossler Farms

A large shrub to medium tree. This US Native is an understory tree in the woods so grows in part shade. Surprisingly large 2.5-3.5" white blooms are quite eye-catching and unusual. Not what you're expecting at all in the woods! But look more closely -- they also have purple filaments and blue anthers! This native from Texas to Virginia is slow growing and very difficult to propagate - hence the hefty price. Doesn't like being move once transplanted.