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Vernicia fordii
Also Known As
- Aleurites fordii
- China Wood Oil Tree
- Tung Tree
- Tungoil Tree
Plant type
tree
size
- H: 20'-40'
- W: 10'-20'
planting zones
- 8a-11
Vernicia fordii plant details
Vernicia fordii is a broadleaf evergreen tree with green foliage. In spring and winter lavender and white flowers emerge followed by brown fruit. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in acidic and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Vernicia fordii
- Plant type: tree
- Plant family: euphorbiaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 10 FT - 20 FT - wide, 20 FT - 40 FT - tall
- Flowers: lavender and white blooms in spring and winter
GROWING CONDITIONS for Vernicia fordii
- USDA Zones: 8a - 11
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: deer
- Soil needs: acidic and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
An easily grown and fast growing small to medium sized tree with large tropical looking foliage. The Tungoil Tree produces clusters showy white and lavender flowers that are followed by the large nut-like seeds that are valued for their oil content.
Tungoil was once cultivated along the Gulf Coast for oil production. In some areas Tungoil may be considered invasive, please consult your local state and county offices before purchasing.
By: Almost Eden
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How to Grow Vernicia fordii
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- acidic
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
- lavender
Wildlife
- deer resistant
Fruit
- brown
Flower Season
- spring
- winter
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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