Vitex negundo var. cannabifolia

Also Known As

Vitex cannabinifolia
Chaste Tree
CHASTE TREE
Lilac Chaste Tree
Monk's Pepper

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

H: 6'-15'
W: 6'-15'

planting zones

5a-10a

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Vitex negundo var. cannabifolia plant details

Vitex negundo var. cannabifolia is a broadleaf deciduous shrub or tree with green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge followed by brown fruit. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Vitex negundo var. cannabifolia

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 FT - 15 FT - wide, 6 FT - 15 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer
Uses: rare, serrated leaves

GROWING CONDITIONS for Vitex negundo var. cannabifolia

USDA Zones: 5a - 10a
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer, heat and humidity
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A very rare and unusual form of chaste tree! It features highly serrated and slender foliage that looks remarkably similar to Cannabis. This 15' shrub is covered with masses of lovely pale lavender-blue flowers in late summer. An interesting species which is hardier than most Vitex and was introduced out of Africa in 1967. This is a wonderful shrub for pollinator and water-wise gardens. S/M-D

By: Forestfarm

Another very rare form of Vitex. In the South, it will hold a tree form. Here, in Zone 7 it will behave like a Crape Myrtle, die back then re-sprout in Spring. Interesting foliage texture & late season flowers. Will flower recurrently through the season as long as new stems are developing & when deadheaded. Native to Africa; introduced in 1697. Prune to 6-12" or to live wood in spring in cold area. This form has very serrate or toothed slender foliage like Cannabis - Marijuana -- hence the name. Hardiest genus of Vitex, to -10 degrees.