Carpenteria californica aka Tree Anomone

Taxonomy

Genus Carpenteria Family Hydrangeaceae Order Cornales Class Magnoliopsida Phylum Tracheophyta
Carpenteria californica, also known as the tree anemone or bush anemone, is a flowering evergreen shrub native to the Sierra Nevada foothills in California. This bushy and vigorous plant has lance-shaped glossy dark green leaves and peeling, pale brown stems. From late spring to summer, it produces fragrant white, saucer-shaped anemone-like flowers with yellow centers. The genus Carpenteria is monotypic, represented solely by Carpenteria californica, and it was named in honor of Dr. William Marbury Carpenter, a prominent botanist from Louisiana. With its narrow, glossy leaves and showy, glistening white flowers, Carpenteria californica adds beauty and fragrance to any garden or landscape.

Common names

Tree Anomone, Carpenteria, Tree Anemone

How to care for Tree Anomone

Difficulty

If you're looking for a plant that offers a moderate level of challenge, Tree Anomone is a great choice to test your gardening skills.

Water

Tree Anomone should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Lighting

Tree Anomone requires abundant, bright, and direct light to thrive. The best placement for this plant is within one foot of a window to ensure it receives enough light. If you live in an area with more extreme weather, such as hot summers or cold winters, you may need to adjust the placement of the plant accordingly. During hot summer months, it is important to place the plant away from full sun, as this can cause the leaves to yellow or burn. During cold winter months, it is best to move the plant closer to the window to take advantage of the extra light that can help it survive. By keeping an eye on the current weather in your area, you can make sure your Carpenteria is always in the right place to thrive.

Dormancy

During the cold period, it is common for Tree Anomone to go dormant, resulting in a slowdown of growth. To accommodate this, waterings should be spaced out more.

Toxicity

There is no verified data on the toxicity of this plant in the records of Ploi. If any person, including yourself, a family member, or a pet, consume plant material with an uncertain toxicity level, it is advisable to seek the advice of a healthcare expert.

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