Scientific Name
Disanthus ceridifolius

Common Name
Disanthus

 
Hardiness Zones: 5 to 7
Habit: --
Growth Rate: --
Site Requirements: Light to moderate shade; deep, moist, highly organic soil; needs protection from strong wind
Height: 6 to 10
Width: --
Texture: --
Form: Broad spreading; slender branches
Flower/Fruit: Non-showy 0.5" dark purple flowers in fall
Foliage: Alternate, simple, dark bluish green leaves; 2 to 4.5" long; palmate veins; claret red, orange, and purple fall color
Comments: Difficult to grow
Cultivars: --
   

 

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