General Description | A large, multi-stemmed spreading shrub is quite unique with its metallic bark. Placed on the IUCN Red List as globally threatened. |
Cultivation | Drought tolerant however can not tolerate shade. Prefers limestone soils and limited competition from other species. |
Notable Specimens | The National Westonbirt Arboretum, Westonbirt, England. |
Habitat | Mixed, sub-alpine forests and hillsides at an altitude of 600-2,400 m. |
Bark/Stem Description | Metallic, reflective bark. |
Leaf Description | Large, ovate and very veined leaves dark green in colour. |
Flower Description | Inconspicuous female flowers and catkin-like male flowers. |
Fruit Description | Large, erect and yellow with brown scales. |