About

Symplocos paniculata, the sapphire berry, is a deciduous shrub or small tree producing ovate, toothed, mid-green leaves and dense panicles of small, fragrant, white flowers in late spring, followed by exceptionally vivid metallic-blue berries in autumn. An ornamental choice for a sunny or lightly shaded border, most productive when planted in groups for cross-pollination.

About the genus

Symplocos is a large genus of evergreen and deciduous trees and shrubs found in Asia, the Americas, and Australia. Plants produce simple leaves and clusters of small, often fragrant flowers, followed by ornamental fruit in shades of blue, black, or white, and are valued in gardens for their autumn berry displays.

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