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| Davidia involucrata Family: Davidiaceae Dove Tree, Ghost Tree, Handkerchief Tree Origin: China ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Grown as a specimen, this tree commands attention. The small pom-pom like blooms appear in mid-spring and are held between two uneven, pure white bracts that are up to 15cm (6in) long. The bright to dark green leaves are roughly heart-shaped (cordate) and lightly serrated around the edges. The leaves of the species are white tomentose underneath, which appears as a fine white felt on the undersides of the leaves. The fruit, a 3cm (1in) drupe, ripens in the late autumn. There is a deeply ridged nutlet inside, and within the nutlet there may be up to ten seeds. Prefers moist, well drained soil. |
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