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Ternstroemia gymnanthera - Japanese Ternstroemia
Family Theaceae
Botanical Name Ternstroemia gymnanthera
Common Name Japanese Ternstroemia
Size 8 - 10' high typical, may become as much as 15 -20' tall.
Hardiness Zone 7 - 9
Culture Requires moist, well-drained soil; plant in shade.
Ornamental Value Leathery, evergreen foliage, white spring flowers, red fall fruit.
Landscape Use Use as a screen, hedge or accent plant.
Key Identifying Characteristics Alternate, simple, evergreen, ovate-oblong foliage with a red petiole.
Notable Cultivars 'Copper Crown', 'Jade Tiara', 'Tri-color'
Campus Location Ag: Woody Garden
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