BLUNT-LEAVED TULIP
By Hugh Nicholson of Interactive key Rainforest Plants of Australia All Rights Reserved, Used By Permission (Photo Credits)Botanical Name: Harpullia hillii
Description
Attractive small tree, although the species may grow to 20 meters high, most trees are less than 10 meters high. The new growth is an unusual bluish-black colour. Eye-catching orange fruits are produced in abundance and split to revel shiny black seeds that are surrounded by a bright red aril.
Plant Information or Specifications
Preferred Climate
Subtropical
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Seedling
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Max Height (when in the ground with good conditions)
+10m
Plants required to Pollinate
1 (Self Pollinating)
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Can it Handle Frosts?
Sometimes
Amount of leaves in Winter?
All Leaves (Evergreen)
Water Requirements
Drought Hardy (Little Watering)
Is it a Dwarf Fruit Tree?
No (Full Size)
Time to Fruit/Flower/Harvest
5+ Years
Sun or Shade
Full (Sun:80%-100%)
Preferred Soil Type
Good Drainage
Soil pH
Neutral (6.6-7.3pH)
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