Sycopsis sinensis
Chinese sycopsis
S. sinensis is a large, semi-evergreen shrub with upright branches and dark green, leathery leaves up to 10cm long. In spring, short, dense clusters of brown-felted buds open to reveal petal-less flowers with red anthers and yellow filaments
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Size
Ultimate height
4–8 metresTime to ultimate height
10–20 yearsUltimate spread
2.5–4 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drainedpH
Acid, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Brown Red Yellow | Green | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Green | |||
| Autumn | Green | |||
| Winter | Green |
Position
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing or East–facing
Exposure
Sheltered Hardiness
H3Botanical details
- Family
- Hamamelidaceae
- Native to the UK
- No
- Foliage
- Semi evergreen
- Habit
- Bushy
- Genus
Sycopsis are evergreen or semi-evergreen trees and shrubs with leathery, oval or oblong leaves and small clusters of petal-less flowers in spring
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- C China
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in moist but well-drained, humus-rich, acid or neutral soil in sun or semi-shade, protected from cold, drying winds
Propagation
Propagate by seed sown as soon as ripe, or by semi-ripe cuttings
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Cottage and informal garden
- Low Maintenance
Pruning
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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