Narrow, yellow, bell-shaped flowers hang in pendulous clusters and last a long time.
| Family | Thymelaeaceae |
|---|---|
| Season Bloom | March - June |
| Habitat | Moist, rich, wooded slopes & bottomlands. Full sun can stress the plant. Use by wildlife is low. Poisonous parts: All parts. Minor skin irritation when touched, low toxicity if ingested. Symptoms include vomiting, diarrhea; contact with bark may cause skin irritation with blisters. Toxic Principle: Resin. |
| Cycle | |
| Height | 6-12' |
| Leaf Description | A short, dense shrub with solitary or few short trunks and ascending, candelabra-like branching. Leaves are dark green in summer, turning a clear yellow for fall. |
| Soil Type | All Types |
| Light Source | Shade, Partial Shade |
| Location | Woodland |