Yellow Anise Tree
Illicium Parviflorum
Overview
The Yellow Anise Tree (Illicium parviflorum), an evergreen shrub, thrives in partial to full shade, reaching a mature size of 6-10 feet tall and wide. Its aromatic leaves resemble small, slender lemons in both color and scent. In late spring to early summer, inconspicuous yellow-green flowers emerge. Prefers moist, well-drained soils; is deer resistant. Ideal for foundation plantings or as a privacy screen in zones 7-9.
Sun Deep Shade, ShadeWater High, MediumZones 7–10Type Broadleaf Evergreen, Shrub
Culture
- Sun
- Deep Shade, Shade
- Water
- High, Medium
- USDA zones
- 7–10
Shape & size
- Mature height
- 10–15 Ft.
- Mature width
- 6–10 Ft.
Classification
- Type
- Broadleaf Evergreen, Shrub
- Family
- Schisandraceae
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