TROPICAL PLANT ENCYCLOPEDIA

Botanical family: Styracaceae

Number of plants found: 5    

Halesia carolina, Carolina Silverbell, Snowdrop Tree. Seeds of Halesia carolina
Seeds of Halesia carolina

Halesia carolina

Carolina Silverbell, Snowdrop Tree
Family: Styracaceae
Origin: North America
Small tree 10-20 ftSemi-shadeFull sunModerate waterRegular waterWhite, off-white flowersPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirds

In the wild Halesia carolina is a small tree of the forest understorey and an important nectar source for bees. The seeds are eaten by squirrels.

It has a moderate growth rate and lives about 100 years. The white bell-shaped flowers and small size make it a desirable tree for landscaping.

Prefers a moist, well-drained, acid soil.

Close related species - Sinojackia rehderiana.




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Sinojackia rehderiana, Jacktree

Sinojackia rehderiana

Jacktree
Family: Styracaceae
Origin: East China
USDA Zone: 6-10?
USDA Plant Hardiness MapSmall tree 10-20 ftSemi-shadeFull sunModerate waterRegular waterWhite, off-white flowersDeciduous plantSubtropical or temperate zone plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time

Close related species - Carolina silverbell (Halesia carolina) reaches its greatest size in the southern Appalachian Mountains where it is called mountain silverbell. This attractive shrub or small tree, also called snowdrop-tree or opossum-wood, grows in moist soils along streams in the understory of hardwood forests. It has a moderate growth rate and lives about 100 years. The white bell-shaped flowers and small size make it a desirable tree for landscaping. The seeds are eaten by squirrels and the flowers provide honey for bees.



Sinojackia rehderiana, Jacktree
Sinojackia rehderiana, Jacktree. Seeds of Halesia carolina
Seeds of Halesia carolina


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Styrax japonicus, Japanese Snowbell, Ego Noki

Styrax japonicus

Japanese Snowbell, Ego Noki
Family: Styracaceae
Origin: Eastern Asia
USDA Zone: 5-8?
USDA Plant Hardiness MapSmall tree 10-20 ftSemi-shadeFull sunModerate waterRegular waterWhite, off-white flowersPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsDeciduous plantSubtropical or temperate zone plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time

Styrax japonicus is a small, graceful, deciduous tree. Flowers are white, bell-shaped with a mild fragrance, 3 to 6 flowers on a stalk. Styrax japonicus is similar to Styrax officinalis.



Styrax japonicus, Japanese Snowbell, Ego Noki
Styrax japonicus, Japanese Snowbell, Ego Noki
Styrax japonicus, Japanese Snowbell, Ego Noki


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Styrax obassia, Fragrant Snowbell

Styrax obassia

Fragrant Snowbell
Family: Styracaceae
Origin: Japan, China
USDA Zone: 6-8?
USDA Plant Hardiness MapSmall tree 10-20 ftSemi-shadeFull sunModerate waterRegular waterWhite, off-white flowersDeciduous plantFragrant plantSubtropical or temperate zone plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time

Fragrant, bell-shaped, white flowers are borne on 4-inch to 8-inch long chains. Flowers dangle from rounded, dark green foliage in late spring, followed by small light brown fruits that usually drop by late fall.





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Styrax officinalis, Drug Snowbell, Storax

Styrax officinalis

Drug Snowbell, Storax
Family: Styracaceae
Origin: Mediterranean
USDA Zone: 8-11?
USDA Plant Hardiness MapSmall tree 10-20 ftSemi-shadeFull sunModerate waterRegular waterWhite, off-white flowersPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsEthnomedical plant.
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Ethnomedical statements / products have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. We urge all customers to consult a physician before using any supplements, herbals or medicines advertised here or elsewhere.Fragrant plant

They can be grown in full sun or light shade in light, acidic soil that has been improved with loam or peat moss. They may also be increased by layering the lower branches, however, seeds are the best means of propagation. Some kinds of Styrax produce a highly fragrant, balsamic resin called Benzoin. It is used in lotions, perfumes, tooth powders and incense and as an expectorant, inhalant and an antiseptic for external use.





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