What does a clerodendrum tree look like?

What does a clerodendrum tree look like?

Starburst or shooting star clerodendrum is so named for its flowers that resemble delicate white stars shooting forth with a lovely pink tail trailing in their wake. With smooth tan bark that becomes rough with age and dazzling end-of-winter blooms, this plant makes a lovely small specimen tree.

Is clerodendrum invasive?

Clerodendrum bungei is one of the most invasive species of the genus but also has among the most beautiful blooms. If you have to grow this plant, keep it in a pot with a saucer underneath to prevent the spread of roots, and also remove flower heads as soon as they fade to prevent seed dispersal.

Is clerodendrum Quadriloculare invasive?

C. quadriloculare is a highly invasive perennial shrub. This species produces large amounts of viable seed and can also grow rapidly by sprouts and root suckers. Seeds are mostly dispersed by birds and other animals.

Is clerodendrum native to Florida?

Species Overview Clerodendrum bungei is rarely found growing in disturbed sites from the peninsula to the central and western panhandle of Florida. Strong-scented glorybower is native to China but escaped from cultivation. It blooms from summer to fall (Wunderlin, 2003).

How do you prune a clerodendrum?

On the other hand, Clerodendrum bungei needs regularly pruning and the best way to do that is in mid-winter to cut all the flowering stems right down to the ground, every 2 to 3 years. That will keep the plant nice and vigorous and healthy and keep it flowering and flowering.

Is clerodendrum toxic?

Clerodendrum thomsoniae has no toxic effects reported.

Is clerodendrum drought tolerant?

Best in full sun, but often appreciates some light afternoon shade in hot summer climates. Established plants have good drought tolerance.

Is starburst clerodendrum toxic?

Facts: Starburst or shooting star clerodendrum is so named for its flowers that resemble delicate white stars shooting forth with a lovely pink tail trailing in their wake. It is a member of the mint family. CAREFUL: Parts of plant are poisonous if ingested.

How does clerodendrum spread?

Your Starburst Clerodendrum will bloom best in full sun, but even dappled sunlight will encourage its growth. We’ve seen them form dense canopies in full sun or grow more widely spread branches in shaded spots. Regardless, they like moist, well-drained soil at first, then will grow to be more drought tolerant.

How do you care for a clerodendrum tree?

Plant care A pruning or two a year should help keep clerodendrum bushy and full. The plant can look shabby after a cold winter but will flush out again in spring. Do a hard pruning after the spring bloom, if you like, to keep the size in check and encourage full lush growth.

Is clerodendrum Trichotomum invasive?

Clerodendrum trichotomum, Japanese Clerodendrum, Harlequin Glorybower, Peanut Butter shrub, native to Japan and China. Plant Family Verbenaceae, hardy in Zones 6a to 9b, considered invasive.

How do you trim a starburst tree?

The plant can look shabby after a cold winter but will flush out again in spring. Do a hard pruning after the spring bloom, if you like, to keep the size in check and encourage full lush growth. You can cut it back again in fall (before October) as well if it needs it. Water on a regular basis.

How do you prune a Clerodendrum?

Do a hard pruning after the spring bloom, if you like, to keep the size in check and encourage full lush growth. You can cut it back again in fall (before October) as well if it needs it. Water on a regular basis. Fertilize 3 times a year – in spring, summer, and autumn – with a good granular fertilizer.