Vauquelinia corymbosa angustifolia

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Chihuahuan Rosewood

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Information by: Mary Irish Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

Description

Large shrub or small tree grows at a moderate to fast rate to 25'. Ascending somewhat twisting branches. Dense clusters of fragrant white flowers cover tree in spring. Resembles oleander without flowers. Good landscape potential. Spectacular evergreen foliage 6", long, narrow, sharply toothed, dark green. Native to Texas and northern Mexico.

Plant Type

Tree, Shrub

Height Range

12-25'

Flower Color

White

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Green, Dark Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Fast, Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral, Basic

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Ranch, Spanish

Accenting Features

Multi-trunk Tree, Silhouette, Unusual Foliage

Seasonal Interest

Spring

Location Uses

Background, Shrub Border, Parking Strip, Park, Parking Lot, Swimming Pool, With Rocks

Special Uses

Erosion Control, Filler, Hedge, Screen, Mass Planting, Wind Break, Shade Tree, Naturalizing

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Fix leaking sprinklers, valves, and pipes.

One broken spray sprinkler can waste 10 gallons per minute - or 100 gallons in a typical 10 minute watering cycle.