Illicium parviflorum

Anise Tree Yellow, Anise Swamp Star

Family: Illiciaceae Illicum


Type Tree
USDA Hardiness range 6A - 10A
Exposure Full shade to full sun
Bloom color White, yellow
Bloom time Summer
Water needs Moist
Landscape uses Border, foundation, screen, specimen, woodland garden
Height 15' to 20' / 4.60m to 6.00m
Spread 10' to 15' / 3.00m to 4.60m
Growth rate Moderate
Persistence Evergreen, needles or needle-like
Bloom attributes Attracts butterflies, fragrant flowers
Leaf color Green
Fruit color Green
Soil pH requirements Acidic, neutral, slightly alkaline
Soil type Sandy, clay, loamy
Form Oval
Attributes and features Attracts birds, native to North America, fragrant foliage, invasive