Trochodendron aralioides from Taiwan

RHS Plant Profile
wheel tree from Taiwan
Trees Shrubs

An evergreen shrub or tree to 10m tall, with glossy, dark green leaves, to 12cm long, arranged in spiral formation on long leaf stalks around the stems. In late spring and early summer, green, petalless flowers are produced in clusters at the tips of the shoots

Position

Full sun, Partial shade

Soil Types

Clay, Loam, Sand

Max Height

8-12 metres

Max Spread

4-8 metres

Size

Time to Maturity
20–50 years
Max Spread
4-8 metres
Max Height
8-12 metres

Growing Conditions

Clay Loam Sand
Moisture
Moist but well–drained
pH
Acid or Neutral

Position

Full sun Partial shade
Aspect
East–facing or North–facing or South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Sheltered
Hardiness
H4

Colour & Scent

Season Stem Flower Foliage Fruit
Spring
Summer
Autumn
Winter

Botanical Details

Family
Trochodendraceae
Native to GB/Ireland
No
Foliage
Evergreen
Habit
Bushy
Genus
Trochodendron is an evergreen shrub or tree which can reach a height of around 20m. Leaves are leathery dark green with yellowish-green flowers. The flowers have no petals but around 40 to 70 stamens instead. The fruit they produce is woody and star-shaped.
Name Status
Correct
Plant Range
Japan, Korea, Taiwan

How to Grow

Cultivation

Grow in moist but well-drained, neutral to slightly acid soil in full sun or dappled shade. Shelter from cold, drying winds

Propagation

Propagate by seed sown in containers in a cold frame in autumn. Take semi-ripe cuttings in summer

Suggested planting locations and garden types

  • Architectural
  • Low Maintenance
  • Hedging and screens

Pruning

See pruning group 1

Pests

Generally pest-free

Diseases

Generally disease-free