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x Sycoparrotia semidecidua

x Sycoparrotia semidecidua

Sycoparrotia

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x Sycoparrotia semidecidua (Sycoparrotia) was developed in Basel, Switzerland in the 1950s, and was created by crossing Sycopsis sinensis and Parrotia persica. It is a so-called hybrid: the name Sycoparrotia is a contraction of both parents’ generic names. The name of the species, semidecidua, literally means semi-deciduous and refers to the tree’s semi-evergreen quality. The species keeps a large amount of its leaves all winter long and does not shed them until late February, early March. x Sycoparrotia semidecidua is a slow-growing tree, and forms more of a large shrub than a real tree. With pruning, the sycoparrotia can eventually reach a maximum of 8 metres in height and 5 metres in width.

The leaves of the x Sycoparrotia semidecidua are elongated, glossy, thick and green and look somewhat similar to those of a Ficus. From October to January, some of its leaves turn a variety of yellow-orange, red and violet. After the leaves have fallen at the end of winter, the tree blooms right on its bare branches. The flowers start out red-brown, and then turn yellow because of the long yellow stamens. After blooming, the glossy leaves bud green again, and with that, the tree has a beautiful, dense crown year-round - with the exception of a brief period in early spring. 

x Sycoparrotia semidecidua is not picky about its environment, as long as the tree has enough water and is planted in a sheltered area in very permeable soil. Stagnant water is not at all tolerated. The species can be used in pavement, but will stay small and - with its small crowning height - it is less suitable for wide roads and squares. It is a unique tree for residential streets, (patio) gardens, parks and cemeteries. Sycoparrotia does not suffer from plagues or diseases and is very strong due to its hard wood. In harsh winters, young branches can freeze a bit, but the tree will properly recover.

Types of planting

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Topiary on stem

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Use

Location

street square car park / parking lot park central reservation in containers roof garden large garden small garden patio cemetery

Pavement

none none open open sealed sealed

Characteristics

Crown shape

wide egg-shaped wide egg-shaped

Crown structure

dense dense

Height

5 - 8 m

Width

4 - 5 m

Winter hardiness zone

7A - 9A

Aspects

Wind

tolerant to wind

Soil

loess sabulous clay light clay sand loamy soil

Nutrient level

rich in nutrients

Soil moisture level

dry moist

Light requirements

sun partial shade

pH range

acidic neutral

Host plant/forage plant

bees

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x Sycoparrotia semidecidua leaves

Flowers

Flowers

heads pendulous singular small

Flower colour

yellow red-brown

Flowering period

February - March

Leaves

Leaf colour

buds bronze dark green

Leaves

semi-evergreen ovate thick leathery polished undulate

Autumn colour

yellow-orange red violet

Fruits

Fruit colour

brown

Fruits

discrete capsule

Bark

Bark colour

grey-brown

Bark

smooth, later on rough

Twigs

Twig colour

red-brown

Twigs

bare with lenticels pendulous

Root system

Root system

shallow

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A plant's winter hardiness is the coldest area in which it is frost-resistant. This is based on the average annual minimum temperature. Winter hardiness zones are thirteen different frost zones in steps of 5.5 degrees Celsius. This format is an international standard for the hardiness of plants. The zones in which the plant is frost-resistant are always included in the description of trees and other vegetation.

Winter hardiness is a genetic characteristic and is not influenced by the location in which the plant is cultivated. This means that a plant that has been cultivated for many years in winter-hardiness zone 6 but has a winter hardiness of 3 is perfectly suited for replanting in a colder zone. It will thrive there thanks to its genetic characteristics.

When choosing planting for a project, the winter hardiness of the plants is extremely important. By choosing species that match the zone in which the project is being created, it is possible to ensure that plants can withstand the minimum temperature in that area.

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