Illicium henryi/Henry Anise Tree

Pink flowers and thick leathery foliage
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Scientific Name:	Illicium henryi
Common Name:	Henry Anise Tree
Plant Type:	Evergreen
Leaf Type:	Broadleaf
Hardiness Zone:	7, 8, 9 Determine Your Zone
Height:	5-8 feet
Spread:	3 -5 feet
Bloom time:	Spring
Flower color:	Pink
Fruit present:	Fall, Winter
Fruit color:	Brown
Light Exposure:	Part Sun, Filtered Shade, Shade
Drainage:	Well drained, Moist,
Rate of Growth:	Moderate
Water Requirement:	Medium
Maintenance Level:	Low
Susceptible to insects and diseases:	Yes

Comments:	Henry anise has evergreen foliage, a dense pyramidal form and shade tolerance. Has star shaped seed pods. Acid soils are preferred by this plant. It has the typical anise smell when leaves are crushed. With good care it can grow in full sunlight. Whitefly can be a bother on anise.