American Bladdernut (Staphylea trifolia)
Estimated Height at Pickup: 2-3’, 3 gal
An unusual small understory tree with distinctive drooping white flowers and rattle-like seed pods! Does not tolerate full sun and prefers moist, rich soils. A unique plant perfect for naturalizing moist areas!
Pollination: 2+ individuals needed.
Light: Part Sun/Shade, Shade
Soil Moisture: Wet Mesic, Mesic
Soil Type: Adaptable
Height: 8’-15’
Width: 10’-20’
Bloom Color: White
Bloom Time: Apr-May
Fruit: Hard seeds that resemble popcorn kernels inside a thin walled, air filled seed pod.
Fall Color: Yellow, Orange
Root Type: Branching
Notable Wildlife Interactions: Limited data available. Flowers attract bees and flies. Hosts at least one plant bug. Sparsely browsed by deer.
Notes: Produces runners, but does so slowly.
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