Epaulette Tree Pterostyrax psilophyllus 100 Seeds USA Company
Epaulette Tree Pterostyrax psilophyllus 100 Seeds USA Company
Pterostyrax psilophyllus is a species of deciduous tree belonging to the Styracaceae family, native to East Asia, particularly found in China and Japan. Commonly known as the Epaulette tree, it is admired for its ornamental value, particularly its fragrant white flowers and attractive foliage.
This tree typically grows to a height of about 10-15 meters (30-50 feet) tall and has a rounded crown. The leaves are simple, alternate, and elliptic to lanceolate in shape, with serrated edges. They are bright green in color, turning yellow in the fall before dropping.
One of the most notable features of Pterostyrax psilophyllus is its flowers. They are small, white, and bell-shaped, arranged in drooping clusters that hang from the branches. These flowers emit a pleasant fragrance, attracting pollinators like bees and butterflies.
After flowering, the tree produces small, round fruits that contain seeds. These fruits are not particularly showy but add some ornamental interest to the tree.
Pterostyrax psilophyllus is often cultivated as an ornamental tree in gardens and parks for its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade to full sun conditions. This tree is relatively low-maintenance once established and can be propagated from seeds or cuttings.