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Lagerstroemia indica - Common Crapemyrtle
Family Lythraceae
Botanical Name Lagerstroemia indica
Common Name Common Crapemyrtle
Size Variable; semi-dwarf (5-12') to tree types(23-33')
Hardiness Zone 6 - 9
Culture Prefers moist, well-drained soil; full sun.
Ornamental Value Smooth, exfoliating bark; outstanding summer flowers; nice fall foliage.
Landscape Use For groupings, shrub borders, specimen, hedges, patios
Key Identifying Characteristics Leaves can be arranged opposite, upper alternate, or in whorls of 3; stems are squarish
Notable Cultivars 'Natchez', 'Yuma', (see tutorial)
Campus Location Ag: VetMed, Ellington, Garden Entrance
Listen to the botanical name Pronunciation Botanical Name Pronunciation
View Images | Foliage | New Foliage | Bark | Flower | Fall | Fruit | Dry Fruit | Form | Leaf | 'Chickasaw' |
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