An evergreen large shrub or small tree in the witch hazel family. In its natural habitat, it typically grows in evergreen oak forests at elevations above 3000'.

Distylum is a genus of evergreen shrubs in the Hamamelidaceae (witch hazel) family native to Asia. Hybrids in this genus are compact, coming in many sizes, and are very insect and disease resistant as well as tolerant of drought and heat. Some cultivars even grow well in wet soils.

Jul 27, 2015 · Distylium comprises 18 species with 12 endemic (occurring nowhere else) to China with only D. racemosum, Isu Tree, and D. myricoides, Blue Isu Tree, occasionally available in commerce.

Distylium racemosum, the isu tree, is a species of flowering plant in the family Hamamelidaceae. [1] It is native to subtropical eastern Asia; central and southern Japan, the Ryukyu Islands, South Korea (Jeju Island), southeastern China, Taiwan, Hainan, and northern Vietnam. [3]

Oct 19, 2024 · Distylium, also Isu tree or winter hazel, is a versatile, no-fuss evergreen for warm climates. There are 18 species occurring in Asia, with two in cultivation. Increasingly popular in the home garden are hybrids originating from these two species, D. …

Isu tree, also known as Japanese Isu, Evergreen Witch Hazel, Distylium Isu tree is recognized for its resilience and adaptability, making it a comparatively easy plant to care for in the landscape.

Apr 12, 2024 · Distylium racemosum is the most widely distributed and hardiest member of its genus, and the first to be described, from Japan by Philipp Franz von Siebold and Joseph Zuccarini in 1835.

Distylium racemosum, commonly known as the Isu Tree or Myrtle-leafed Distylium, is an evergreen large shrub or small tree from the witch hazel family. It thrives naturally in evergreen oak forests, particularly at elevations above 3000 feet.

Distylium racemosum is a slow-growing broadleaf evergreen shrub or tree with green foliage. In spring red flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in acidic and rich soil.

Native to the Far East, the isu tree (Distylium racemosum) is a slow-growing, hardy, evergreen tree. The flowers have no petals, but the clusters of red stamens make an attractive show in spring.