Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours
Stratification: none required
Germination: Sow 1/4in deep. The growing medium should be well draining but should remain damp between watering. Keep moist but not too wet as the seed may rot.
Other: Seed needs warm temperatures after sowing to germinate (75 degrees F +).|The seed usually germinates in 2 - 4 weeks.
Native to: China North-Central, China South-Central, China Southeast, Taiwan
Introduced to: Alabama, Azores, Brazil South, Hawaii, Japan, Korea, Madeira, Nansei-shoto, New Caledonia, New Zealand North, New Zealand South, Norfolk Is., Réunion, St.Helena
Native
Introduced
Tetrapanax papyriferTetrapanax papyrifer
Rice-paper Plant
In Stock: 1.001 lb (Total:1.001lb)
Tetrapanax papyrifer
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Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours
Stratification: none required
Germination: Sow 1/4in deep. The growing medium should be well draining but should remain damp between watering. Keep moist but not too wet as the seed may rot.
Other: Seed needs warm temperatures after sowing to germinate (75 degrees F +).|The seed usually germinates in 2 - 4 weeks.
Native to: China North-Central, China South-Central, China Southeast, Taiwan
Introduced to: Alabama, Azores, Brazil South, Hawaii, Japan, Korea, Madeira, Nansei-shoto, New Caledonia, New Zealand North, New Zealand South, Norfolk Is., Réunion, St.Helena
Native
Introduced
Looking for a unique and exotic addition to your garden? Look no further than the Tetrapanax papyrifer, also known as the Rice-paper Plant. This evergreen shrub, growing up to 5 meters tall, boasts large orbicular leaves that are deeply palmately lobed, resembling a palm crown. The plant spreads by sprouts from its underground root system and produces small white flowers with 4-5 petals in the late summer. Bees pollinate the flowers and the plant produces a small drupe fruit. The Tetrapanax papyrifer prefers moist soil and can grow in semi-shade or no shade. Hardy to zone 8, this plant requires minimal care and is sure to be a unique and eye-catching addition to any garden. Get your Tetrapanax papyrifer today! More info can be found at http://plants.usda.gov.