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Polyscias elegans
Celery Wood
Araliaceae
Description:
Fast-growing pioneer tree that quickly fills gaps caused by vegetation disturbance. Slender single trunk, often unbranched in saplings. Provides excellent habitat for birds and butterflies and is an attractive addition to gardens.
Special Features:
Attracts birds and butterflies
Excellent shade tree
Shorter in full sun conditions
Suitable replacement for invasive umbrella weed tree
Natural Habitat:
Rainforest
Aspect:
Full Sun, Partial Sun/Shade
Soil/Conditions:
Adaptable
Tree/Shrub Height:
Narrow tree to 20m - Spread 4m
Attracts:
Fruit eating birds, Bees, Insects, Butterflies
Flower Colour:
Purple, Maroon
Regional ecosystem:
Polyscias elegans - Celery Wood
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