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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
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DeciduousIn colder areas
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EvergreenMassive leaves with claw-like lobes.
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White -
Height5m (16ft) -
Spread5m (16ft)
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Tall ShrubThicket-forming, sparsely-branched shrub. Produces clusters of flowers in autumn.
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Hardy - average winterHardy 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 sunShelter from strong winds. -
Partial shade
TETRAPANAX papyrifera 'Rex'
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Additional FeaturesArchitectural interest
Good to knowFast-growing. Talking point for a sheltered border in your garden. Flowers are attractive to bees.
Pests & DiseasesNone
Place of originSouthern China, Taiwan. -
HardinessFrost hardy (down to -5)
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Leaf margin
Lobed(see photos above) -
Pruning group
Pruning group 1Suitable 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 4Suitable 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 InterestAutumnSpringSummerWinter
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Soil ConditionsTolerates allAny well-drained soil.
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Wildlife
Bee friendly
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Tetrapanax - Growing Guide
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