Fragrant Snowbell
Styrax Obassia
Overview
The Fragrant Snowbell, or Styrax obassia, is a cherished ornamental tree prized for its clusters of bell-shaped, fragrant white flowers. It reaches heights of 20-30 feet with a spread of 15-20 feet. This deciduous tree flaunts large, lush green leaves, and prefers partial to full sun exposure. Well-suited to USDA zones 5-8, it offers low maintenance in diverse landscapes while providing a stunning visual and sensory display.
Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 5–8Type Tree
Culture
- Sun
- Full, Half
- Water
- Medium
- USDA zones
- 5–8
Shape & size
- Mature height
- 20–30 Ft.
- Mature width
- 15–25 Ft.
Classification
- Type
- Tree
- Family
- Styracaceae
See full data, regional cultivation notes, and design tools. Build a client presentation around this plant.
Start your 14-day trialPhotos (73)
Related plants
Shrub
American Snowbell
Styrax Americanus
FullUSDA 6–9
Tree
Carolina Silverbell
Halesia Carolina
FullUSDA 4–8
Tree
Japanese Snowbell
Styrax Japonicus
FullUSDA 5–8
Tree
Pink Carolina Silverbell
Halesia Carolina 'Arnold Pink'
FullUSDA 4–8
Tree
Pink Chimes Japanese Snowbell
Styrax Japonicus 'Pink Chimes'
FullUSDA 5–8
Tree
20Th Century Pear
Pyrus Pyrifolia 'Nijisseiki'
FullUSDA 4–8