Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Symplocaceae

Genus:

Symplocos

Species:

Symplocos paniculata

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Shrub , Tree

Height:

8-12 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

mar, apr, may, jun, jul, aug, sep, oct, nov

Bloom Colors:

blue, white

Landscaping Shrub:

Yes

Native Range

United States: Connecticut, District of Columbia, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania

Host Plant for Caterpillars

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, well-drained loamy soil

pH:

5.5 - 6.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

prefers forested or woodland areas