Choerospondias axillaris
lapsi
A fast-growing, deciduous tree to 20m tall in its native habitat but likely to be smaller in cultivation. The greyish-brown bark exudes a sticky resin and splits to reveal a pink inner layer. Divided leaves up to 40cm long are made up of 4-15 pairs of pointed, papery leaflets, each up to 12.5cm long. Leaves emerge tinged red in the spring, maturing to green before turning red again in the autumn. Small, yellowish or red flowers borne in late spring are followed by fruits to 2.5cm across that ripen to red and are edible with a sour, white flesh
Size
Ultimate height
Higher than 12 metresTime to ultimate height
10–20 yearsUltimate spread
Wider than 8 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Red Yellow | Green Red | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Green | Red | ||
| Autumn | Green Red | Red | ||
| Winter |
Position
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Aspect
East–facing or South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Sheltered Hardiness
H2Botanical details
- Family
- Anacardiaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Spreading branched
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- India to Japan
How to grow
Cultivation
Grows best in deep, moist soils with protection from strong winds and freezing temperatures
Propagation
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Low Maintenance
- Edible fruit
Pruning
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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