Phaleria clerodendron – Scented Daphne (oversized 3gallon pot/email for availability)
This is a rare tropical small tree or large shrub with pretty shiny green leaves. The flowers have an interesting coconut fragrance or scent that reminds us of a Pina Colada. Collector plant.
Ships in 3gallon pot. Does not come with flowers.
Please email with your zip code if interested. The plants are tall and we need to measure the plant before providing a quote.
Description
This is a very rarely offered tropical tree.
The flowers have an interesting coconut fragrance that reminds us of a Pina Colada. The tubular white flowers occur along the trunk and older branches. The delicious scented flowers can be seen on and off through out the year.
This narrow shrub or small tree grows up to 12′ on average. It enjoys full to partial sun and you should avoid exposing to freezing temperatures. A gem for the avid tropical plant collector.
FAMILY : thymelaeaceae
ORIGIN : Australia
MATURE SIZE : narrow tree up to 12′
LIGHT REQUIREMENTS : full to partial sun
WATER REQUIREMENTS : average
MIN. TEMP. : protect when freezing
FLOWER : on and off on mature trees, smells delicious
Additional information
| Weight | 5 lbs |
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| Dimensions | 9 × 9 × 37 in |
