Loreopetalum
Hamamelidaceae
Fringe Flower
An evergreen to semi-evergreen rounded shrub to small tree (depending on cultivar and location); leathery leaves start out red when young and become green; strap-like flowers in clusters; woody fruits.
Uses
Foliage plant, flowering shrub, shrubbery, specimen tree; Sometimes grown as a hedge.
Culture
Prefers moist but well-drained organic soil, in full sun, will tolerate part shade. Prune to shape as required.
Propagation
Cuttings, with bottom heat and hormone rooting powder (e.g. IBA). Misting may help.
Cultivars
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Plant Health
Half-hardy; will act as a semi-evergreen in cold temperate regions, evergreen in milder zones. No notable pests or diseases.
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