Dobinea (Anacardiaceae) BSWJ2532

vulgaris

One of our collections from our 1st Himalayan expedition in late 1994, that we just had to try, as it was such an unusual sight. Growing amongst dense vegetation, usually best seen on steep banks, a lax shrubs to 3m tall, with long pointed opposite ovate-lanceolate leaves, which was conspicuous due to its papery seed held in long pendant panicles August-November. Fruit in conspicuous yellowish-white or rose-veined papery bracts. Best grown in good light in a well drained but retentive soil in a sheltered spot. Not tested for hardiness, but is found growing up to 2300m.