Tupidanthus calyptratus
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Mallet Flower
| Evergreen-Deciduous | Evergreen |
|---|---|
| Overall Mature Size | Small |
| Mature Height & Spread | 15-20' x 15-20' |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Shade |
| Water | Medium Water |
| Flower Color | Green |
| Bloom Time | Spring, Summer |
| Special Features | Shade Tolerant, Coastal Conditions |
| Container Sizes | #1, #5, #15, 24" Box |
| Natural Growth Habit | Rounded |
| Sunset Garden Zones | 19-24, H1, H2 |
| Minimum USDA Hardiness Zone | 9A-11 |
| Plant Type | Tree |
Fast-growing tropical evergreen tree with multiple trunks to 15-20’ tall and wide. Can be pruned into a single trunk specimen. This popular, lush-looking species is best-suited for milder climates, and forms a low-branched, rounded-head of highly-glossy, pinnately-compound, bright-green leaves that droop downward to create an attractive weeping appearance. Green flower buds appear in spring and summer, opening to greenish-colored flowers that are considered inconspicuous but are interestingly intricate, and unless removed, persist into fall and winter. Great for creating a tropical appearance anywhere in the landscape. Thrives in a rich, well-drained soil with regular watering, and prefers a full sun to partial shade exposure.
USDA Zone: 9A-11
