Better known as ‘Crepe myrtle’ thus upright, deciduous tree with peeling, gray and brown bark; obovate to oblong, dark green leaves, up to 8cm long, bronze when young. From summer to autumn, white, pink, red or purple flowers, 2 – 2.5cm across, are produced in panicles, up to 20cm long.

Mature Size / Spread/Form: 2 – 5m / 5m / Erect arching branches
Foliage Color: Dark green / White, pink or purple
Growing Rate: Slow
Water requirements:
Sunlight tolerance: High
Wind Tolerance: Low
Salinity tolerance: Low
Drought tolerance: Low
Family Name: LYTHRACEAE