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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

Polyscias elegans - Celery Wood

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