Halesia tetraptera
Common Silverbell
Family |
Styracaceae |
Genus |
Halesia |
Species |
tetraptera |
Category |
Woody |
Type |
Tree (deciduous) |
Pronunciation |
Height |
10 m |
Growth |
Slow |
Habitat |
Southeast United States |
Leaf Description |
The leaves are ovate to lanceolate, 5-16 cm long and 4-7 cm broad. |
Flower Description |
The flowers are 10-25 mm long, with a four-lobed white corolla. |
Fruit Description |
The fruit is a dry drupe 4 cm long, with four wings running along its length. |