Scientific Name
Nyssa sinensis

Common Name
Chinese tupelo
Hardiness Zones: 7-9
Habit: Deciduous
Growth Rate: Moderate
Site Requirements: Sun to partial shade; range of soil types
Texture: Medium
Form: Pyramidal in youth; not as densely branched as N. sylvatica
Height: 30 to 50’
Width: 15 to 30’
Leaf: 3 to 6" alternate, simple leaves; yellow, orange to red fall color
Flower/Fruit:  --
Comments: Difficult to transplant due to taproot
Cultivars: --
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