Arkansas Tree Database

Chinese Fringe-tree

Chinese Fringe-tree

Scientific name:

Chionanthus Retusus

Size:

18'-35' tall by 10'-25' wide

Leaves:

opposite, simple, 3"-8" long, elliptical, untoothed

Flowers:

showy white clusters, fragrant; spring

Fruit:

blue fruit (called a drupe)

Fall Interest:

gold, yellow; deciduous

Culture:

partial sun; moist, well-drained

Disease/Insect:

none

Use:

small flowering tree

Cultivars:

Notes:

native to Korea, China, Japan, Taiwan

Resources:

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