Evergreen witch hazel relation, a small tree to 10-15 ft tall and as wide , found in central China and, though introduced by plantsman Edmund Wilson in the early 20th century is still something of an rarity. Oblong, 2-4 leaves are dark green above and lighter beneath. In early spring clusters of threadlike flowers open from fuzzy buds to yellow stamens and red anthers. Prefers fertile, well-drained soil in sun or part shade; best protected from harshest sun in hot climates. Regular water. Frost hardy to the upper teens, upper USDA zone 8. Some leaf loss or damage possible below.

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Hamamelidaceae