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Illicium, Star Anise Tree, Japanese Anise Tree 'Variegatum'

Illiciumanisatum

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Genus
Illicium (il-LISS-ee-um)
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Species
anisatum (an-ee-SAH-tum)
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Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Sun to Partial Shade
Foliage
Evergreen
Good Fall Color
Shiny/Glossy
Height
20-30 ft. (6-9 m)
Spacing
8-10 ft. (2.4-3 m)
Hardiness
USDA Zone 8a: to -12.2 °C (10 °F)
USDA Zone 8b: to -9.4 °C (15 °F)
USDA Zone 9a: to -6.6 °C (20 °F)
USDA Zone 9b: to -3.8 °C (25 °F)
USDA Zone 10a: to -1.1 °C (30 °F)
USDA Zone 10b: to 1.7 °C (35 °F)
Danger
Parts of plant are poisonous if ingested
Bloom Color
White/Near White
Bloom Time
Mid Spring
Late Spring/Early Summer
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Category
Shrubs
Water Requirements
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
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Propagation Methods
From softwood cuttings
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