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Neoshirakia japonica

Also Known As

  • Sapium japonicum
  • SOAPTREE

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

  • H: 15'-26'
  • W: 12'-25'

planting zones

  • 8a-11

Neoshirakia japonica plant details

Neoshirakia japonica is a broadleaf deciduous shrub or tree with green foliage. In spring green flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Neoshirakia japonica

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: euphorbiaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 FT - 25 FT - wide, 15 FT - 26 FT - tall
Flowers: green blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Neoshirakia japonica

USDA Zones: 8a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This rare tree/shrub turns a glowing crimson in fall and has curious seed pods "like large capers, 3-lobed, green, finally brown, pendulous". S/M

Gardening facts about Neoshirakia japonica plant

How to Grow Neoshirakia japonica

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • green
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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