TETRAPANAX papyrifera 'Rex'

Commonly known as Rice-paper tree

Originating from Taiwan this unusual suckering foliage plant has huge leaves which can be up to 2 feet across. New shoots and leaves have a lovely brown indumentum

Further Reading....

Tetrapanax - Growing Guide

Estimated availability autumn 2020 - Not yet confirmed. Could be any time between September and December.

£15.00 each

Estimated availability autumn 2020

1.5 to 2 Litre

Available Early Spring 2021 - Should be available March/April onwards depending on growing conditions.

Large £40.00

Available Early Spring 2021

7.5 Litre

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Mature Size
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Deciduous - in colder areas
Evergreen - massive leaves with claw-like lobes.
White
Height - 5m (16ft)
Spread - 5m (16ft)
Tall Shrub - thicket-forming, sparsely-branched shrub. Produces clusters of flowers in autumn.
Hardy - average winter - Hardy through most of the UK apart from inland valleys, at altitude and central/northerly locations. May suffer foliage damage and stem dieback in harsh winters in cold gardens. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -10°C (14°F)
Full sun - shelter from strong winds.
Partial shade
Additional Features - Architectural interest -
Good to know - fast-growing. Talking point for a sheltered border in your garden. Flowers are attractive to bees.
Pests & Diseases - none
Place of origin - southern China, Taiwan.
Hardiness - Frost hardy (down to -5) -
Pruning group - Pruning group 1
Suitable for: Deciduous and evergreen trees, and some deciduous shrubs.
Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Prune wayward or crossing branches to maintain a healthy framework.
When: When dormant in the late winter/early spring. Some in the summer/autumn to prevent bleeding of sap.

RHS group 1
Pruning group 4 - Suitable for: Deciduous trees and shrubs that flower on current year's growth or are grown for winter stem effect.
Pruning: Hard prune to a low permanent framework.
When: Annually in early Spring.

RHS group 5, 6 & 7
Seasonal Interest - Autumn -
Spring
Summer
Winter
Soil Conditions - Tolerates all - - any well-drained soil.
Wildlife - Bee friendly -