Hoptree
(Wafer Ash, Wingseed, Shrub Trefoil) - Ptelia trifoliata
Deciduous member of the rue family, Rutaceae, this shrub or
small tree has
trilobed leaves and fragrant greenish white blooms in spring, followed
by thin wafer-like seeds. Tends toward multi-trunks, but can be
trained as a single trunk species. Ptelea trifoliata is a native
North American
species and is considered threatened or endangered in New York, New
Jersey and Pennsylvania.
The trees thrive in most any well drained soil in a sunny or
partially shaded location and is very adaptable. An attractive
specimen or mid sized shade tree, the blooms make it a desirable
plant. Trees can be trained to form a single trunk, but it will
be short.
Medicinally, the bark has been used to treat dyspepsia and as a
bitter tonic. It has also been used to treat rheumatism, asthma,
and as a decongestant.
The trees are easily propagated by sowing seed outdoors in late fall
for spring germination or by artificially Cold
stratifying seed for 90-120 days prior to sowing for best
germination. Seeds should then be sown in a pots or an outdoor
bed. Once germination occurs, seedlings
should be transplanted to larger pots or to a permanent location
when they reach about 6 inches in height. It may be necessary to
stake young trees to avoid breakage.
Hardy to -40F (-40C); height: 25ft. Spread: 25ft
| #2232 Packet $10.50 Approximately 100 seeds |
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| #Bz-2232 Bulk seed 1oz $14.50 Approximately 530 seeds |
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| #B4z-2232 Bulk seed 4oz $28.50 Approximately 2125 seeds |
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| #B1-2232 Bulk seed 1lb $53.50 Approximately 8500 seeds |
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