Illicium simonsii

RHS

Synonyms

Illicium yunnanense

A rare and unusual medium-sized, slow-growing evergreen shrub with narrow, leathery glossy dark green leaves and delicate pale yellow flowers with darker yellow centres which appear from mid to late summer. Although specimens are generally reasonably hardy, it can be a temperamental plant to grow, and requires a warm position which is sheltered from cold temperatures and cold winter winds