Overview
Heptapleurum glabrescens is a bushy shrubs in the genus Heptapleurum, part of the Araliaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Heptapleurum glabrescens grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include architectural and sub-tropical.
About
Heptapleurum glabrescens is a bushy evergreen shrub belonging to the genus Heptapleurum, which includes over 300 species of tropical and subtropical trees and shrubs primarily from Asia. This cultivar thrives in full sun or partial shade, favouring sheltered, east-, south-, or west-facing aspects. It prefers fertile, moist but well-drained soils of various types and pH levels, including chalk, clay, loam, and sand. Hardy to UK zone H4, it is suitable for architectural and sub-tropical garden uses, with interest in spring and summer. Propagation is by seed.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Heptapleurum
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- East-facing, South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Heptapleurum glabrescens size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Shrubs
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Architectural, Sub-tropical
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Heptapleurum glabrescens
- Propagation
- Propagate by seed
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Heptapleurum glabrescens?
Heptapleurum glabrescens prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Heptapleurum glabrescens need?
Heptapleurum glabrescens is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Heptapleurum glabrescens hardy in the UK?
Heptapleurum glabrescens has an RHS hardiness rating of H4, meaning it is hardy through an average UK winter, tolerating -10 to -5°C.
How do I propagate Heptapleurum glabrescens?
Propagate by seed.
More in the Heptapleurum genus
- Heptapleurum calyptratum
- Heptapleurum microphyllum
- Heptapleurum bodinieri
- Heptapleurum kornasii
- Heptapleurum petelotii