Scientific Name
Nyssa aquatica

Common Name
Water tupelo
Hardiness Zones: 6-9
Habit: Deciduous
Growth Rate: Moderate
Site Requirements: Sun to partial shade; range of soil types including standing water
Texture: Medium
Form: Narrow open crown
Height: 35 to 50’
Width: 20 to 30’
Leaf: 4 to 7" alternate, simple leaves
Flower/Fruit: 1" reddish purple fruit with ridged nutlet
Comments: Native; difficult to transplant due to taproot
Cultivars: --
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