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Polyspora axillaris

Also Known As

  • Gordonia axillaris
  • Fried Egg Plant
  • Gordonia

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

  • H: 8'-20'
  • W: 8'-15'

planting zones

  • 8a-10b

Polyspora axillaris plant details

Polyspora axillaris is a broadleaf deciduous shrub or tree with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Polyspora axillaris

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: theaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 8 FT - 15 FT - wide, 8 FT - 20 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: fragrant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Polyspora axillaris

USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: heat and humidity
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Fragrant flowers like single white Camellias against a background of glossy deep-green foliage make this rare 10-12' camellia-relative attractive. S-PSh/M

Gardening facts about Polyspora axillaris plant

How to Grow Polyspora axillaris

  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant
  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - dappled shade

Features

  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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