Orange centred obtusa Evergreen
Colors
PinkOrangeWhite
Description
Orange centred obtusa is a compact, semi-dwarf evergreen tree, a Singapore white obtusa seedling. Flowers are slightly smaller than the big Singapore white obtusa, with a stunning large deep burnt-orange star radiating from the center. Unopened flowers are pure mid-pink, and open flowers show a pink stripe on the back of each petal. Foliage is deep green and textured. Like all obtusa hybrids, it is cold-sensitive and may not remain evergreen during winter in cooler climates.
Appearance
White flowers with a large deep burnt-orange central star; unopened flowers pure mid-pink; open flowers with a pink stripe on the back of each petal. Deep green textured obtusa foliage.
Fragrance
Heavenly perfume.
Growth & Foliage
Small, compact semi-dwarf evergreen.
Cultivation Tips
Cold-sensitive; may not remain evergreen in cooler winter climates.
Provenance
Singapore white obtusa seedling.
Also Known As
Orange star obtusaaka
Details
Parentage
Seedling of A gorgeous new Singapore white obtusa
Growth Habit
compact
Species
P. rubra
Sets Seed
No
Anecdotal Notes
Diana
Evergreen, compact semi dwarf. A gorgeous new Singapore white obtusa seedling. The flowers are slightly smaller than the big Singapore white obtusa flowers with same shape and colour except that the stunning flowers have a large deep burnt orange star radiating out from centre of flowers. The unopened flowers are pure mid pink while the open flowers have a pink stripe on back of each petal. The tree is a small compact semi dwarf evergreen with beautiful deep green textured obtusa foliage. Heavenly perfume. Like all obtusa hybrids is is cold sensitive and may not remain evergreen during winter in cooler climates.
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