About

Pterospermum suberifolium, the cork-leaved bayur, is an evergreen tree from tropical Asia producing the characteristic ornamental, cork-like-textured foliage and large, showy flowers of the genus. A rewarding plant for a heated greenhouse or frost-free, sunny garden.

About the genus

Pterospermum are evergreen trees and shrubs from tropical Asia producing ornamental, variable foliage and large, fragrant, white or cream flowers. Grown in heated glasshouses and frost-free, sunny gardens.

Plant details

Suggested usesBorders, containers, mixed plantings.

Care notes

CultivationPlant in well-drained soil. Water during establishment.
PruningRemove dead growth as needed.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.