Illicium parviflorum 'Florence'

Also Known As

Illicium parviflorum 'Florence Variegated'
OCALA ANISE TREE
Small-flowered Anise Tree
Star Anise

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 6'-8'
W: 6'-9'

planting zones

7a-10b

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Illicium parviflorum 'Florence' plant details

Illicium parviflorum 'Florence' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with gold, green and variegated foliage. In spring, summer and winter yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly shade - shade and even moisture water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Illicium parviflorum 'Florence'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: schisandraceae
Foliage: evergreen gold, green and variegated
Mature size: 6 FT - 9 FT - wide, 6 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring, summer and winter
Uses: fragrant, fragrant foliage, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Illicium parviflorum 'Florence'

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

Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

OCALA ANISE TREE - A variegated leaf anise tree hardy in zones 7-10, growing 6-8' tall and spread 6-9' wide. Likes semi-shade and moist soil. Fragrant yellow bell shaped flowers in summer. Aromatic olive green foliage with yellow variegation. Crushed leaves have a fragrant scent of root beer.