Cornus kousa var. chinensis

Meerstammigen / solitairen
Broad lanes and streets
Park tree and/or specimen tree
Ornamental value
Valuable for bees
Height
6m - 10m
Ornamental value
Flower, Fruits, Autumn colour
Flowering period

May-June

Cornus kousa var. chinensis, introduced in Europe by Ernest Wilson (1876-1930) in 1907. High (6-10 m) and wide, upright shrub or small tree. Grows stronger and higher than the species. Although the species is from Japan, this variety naturally occurs in China. The flowers are surrounded by 4 white bracts (protective leaves). The reddish-pink fruits are bigger than those of the species.

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