Botanical Name: Omalanthus populifolius
Common Name: Bleeding heart, Queensland poplar Type of Plant: dicot: tree Habit of Growth: Overall Shape shrubby tree, often rounded and dense with mult-colored, ovate to triangular leaves; semi-evergreen in mild climates Height to 15' Spread to 15' Growth Rate rapid Environment: Exposure outdoors full sun to partial shade Soil prefers a rich, well-drained soil – tolerates most Hardiness tender (Zones 21-24) Morphology: Leaves ovate to deltoid, to 6" long; leaves occur in many colors (red, orange, yellow) milky sap is produced on broken stems Flowers narrow racemes of yellow flowers, 2" to 4" long, arching upwards at the ends of branches; March-May Fruit 3/8" round green capsules; birds often spread seed Propagation: seed, semi-hardwood cuttings Usage: for interesting foliage and form; appreciated for multi-colored, heart-shaped leaves and round dense structure Landscape Care: Watering prefers regular watering; not drought tolerant Fertilizing none Pruning thin and head up to encourage tree-like form Pests/Diseases none Special Conditions/Other branches are brittle; control size Origin: Southern Asia to Australia Family: Euphorbiaceae Notes: |
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