Ohio State University Plant Dictionary

Scientific Name:
Franklinia alatamaha

Family:
Franklin Tree

Family:
Theaceae

Description:
The rare Franklin Tree has mid- to late summer flowers characterized by frilled white petals with orange-golden centers, similar to the more common Stewartias, another Tea Family member. Both genera of ornamental trees prefer evenly moist, acidic, organic soils in partial sun to partial shade.

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