Dodonaea viscosa (Hopseed bush)

Dodonaea viscosa (Hopseed bush) green and pink fruit close up on the plant branch
Dodonaea viscosa (Hopseed bush) showing papery green and pink fruit clusters hanging from the branches.

Botanical name: Dodonaea viscosa

Common name: Hopseed bush

Family: Sapindaceae

Origin: Arizona and Mexico

USDA Zone: 8-11

Large shrub 5-10 ft tallPlant form: Large bush
Plant mature sizeMature height: 5-10 ft
Full sunSemi-shadeSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade
Subtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short timeCold tolerance: Tolerates light freezing to about 30°F for short periods (mature plants). Young plants must be protected.
Watering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Moderate
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing

Evergreen shrub or tree. Leaves: dark green narrow linear leaf, alternate; top glossy underside lighter. Flowers: small clusters of greenish-white flower; bloom in early spring. Fruit: 3-sided pod containing 3 seeds; green aging to tan; flat papery wings. Dodonaea viscosa 'Purpurea' has purple leaf, is less cold hardy many varieties available, with options of leaf shape and cold hardiness.

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