About

A graceful tree, reaching 5-15m, with an elegant canopy. It produces seasonal interest.

About the genus

Tetradium can be deciduous or evergreen trees, with attractive pinnate leaves and sprays of small, cup-shaped flowers followed by dense clusters of small but colourful seed capsules

Plant details

Suggested usesSpecimen tree, large borders

Care notes

CultivationFertile, well-drained soil in sun or part shade
PruningPrune when young. Remove dead wood
PropagationSeed or grafting
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceHoney fungus possible