Western Hoptree

Carried by 6 nurseries

Estimated plant range Estimated plant range

Data provided by the participants of the Consortium of California Herbaria

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Plant description

California Hoptree (Ptelea crenulata) is a slow-growing drought-adapted deciduous tree, reaching up to 16 feet tall. California Hoptree naturally grows in chaparral and woodlands habitats. Known for its dense foliage, with glossy, deep green leaves, California Hoptree makes a great hedge or privacy screen.California Hoptree is typically an understory plant, so does best in partial sun with minimal irrigation. In the spring, many clusters of fragrant cream-colored flowers appear, attracting butterflies and native bees.

Plant overview

Plant type

Tree

Size

16 ft Tall

Color

Cream

Flowering season

Spring

Landscaping information

Sun

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Water

Low

Propagation

For propagating by seed: 3 mos. stratification.

Sunset Zones

7*, 8, 9, 14*, 15*, 16*, 17*, 18, 19*, 20*, 21*, 22, 23, 24

Natural setting

Plant communities

Foothill Woodland, Yellow Pine Forest

Wildlife supported

Caterpillars

Butterflies

Butterflies and moths supported

1 confirmed and 4 likely

Confirmed Likely

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Common names:

California Hoptree, Hop Tree

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Carried by 6 nurseries

Butterflies and moths supported

Two-Tailed Swallowtail

Common Eupithacia

Giant Swallowtail

Western Giant Swallowtail