The tropical effect of the tree is made even more effective by the large deeply cut palmate leaves that are borne in stark contrast with the coarse texture and thorny stems.
Product Description
KALOPANAX pictus v. maximowiczii – Castor-aralia
(aka Kalopanax septemlobus var. maximowiczii)
The tropical effect of the tree is made even more effective by the large deeply cut palmate leaves that are borne in stark contrast with the coarse texture and thorny stems. Tiny white flowers in large umbels appear in late summer followed by dark purple/black fruit. Native to eastern Asia.
Sun: Full Sun
Soil: Moist, Well-Drained, Intolerant of Dry Soils
Size: Height 24-40ft., Spread 25-40ft.
Zone: 4-7
Flower: Tiny White Umbels
Bloom Time: July to August
Attributes: Tropical, Showy, Low Maintenance