Halesia tetraptera (Common Silverbell)
Botanical Information
| Family | Styracaceae |
| Genus | Halesia |
| Species | tetraptera |
| Category | Woody |
| Type | Tree (deciduous) |
| Pronunciation |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Height | 10 m |
| Growth | Slow |
| Flowering Period | May |
Description and Growing Information
| Habitat | Southeast United States |
| Leaf Description | The leaves are ovate to lanceolate, 5-16 cm long and 4-7 cm broad. |
| Flower Description | The flowers are 10-25 mm long, with a four-lobed white corolla. |
| Fruit Description | The fruit is a dry drupe 4 cm long, with four wings running along its length. |
Photographs
Haleisa tetraptera var. monticola 'Rosea' in flower at the Gardens of Fanshawe College. London, Ontario.
Haleisa tetraptera var. monticola 'Rosea' in flower at the Gardens of Fanshawe College. London, Ontario.