Tetradium daniellii (Korean Evodia, Beebee Tree)


Michael's Opinion

An underused tree that is well suited to smaller gardens. Interesting bark, clean leaves through the entire season and attractive flowers and fruit. Should be used more frequently.

Botanical Information

FamilyRutaceae
GenusTetradium
Speciesdaniellii
SynonymsEvodia daniellii
CategoryWoody
TypeTree (deciduous)
OriginSouthwest China, Korea.
Pronunciation

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone5 - 8
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness Zone4a - 8a
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH5 - H7
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)-29 - (-7)
Temperature (°F)-20 - 20
Height10 m
Spread10 m
GrowthMedium
Flowering PeriodAugust

Description and Growing Information

General DescriptionA broad canopied somewhat squat looking tree.
ID CharacteristicRaised lenticels on smooth grey bark with lustrous dark green leaves.
PropagationDirect sow fresh seed or root cutting.
CultivationEasy to grow and transplant in good soils, with regular sunlight.
PestsNo significant pests or diseases.
Notable SpecimensRoyal Botanical Gardens, Burlington, Ontario, Canada.
Bark/Stem DescriptionRaised lenticels on smooth grey bark.
Flower/Leaf Bud DescriptionTwo scales often found on sessile buds.
Leaf DescriptionCompound, opposite, pinnately compound with 7-11 leaflets, lustrous dark green in colour and slightly bitter aroma when crushed.
Flower DescriptionSmall white flowers held in corymbs that are about 15 cm across.
Fruit DescriptionUsually 4-5 carpels found in a capsule that is a dark maroon in colour. Quite showy in late autumn.
Colour DescriptionLittle autumn colour.
Texture DescriptionMedium.

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