Botanical Name
Nyssa sylvatica var. biflora
Common Name
Swamp Tupelo
Wetland Status
OBL
Mid-canopy native tree, not only tolerates but thrives in wet soils. It can also grow on drier sites with rich acid soils. Excellent ornamental plant for its straight trunk, shapely crown and attractive autumn foliage. Nutures birds/ mammals; fruits provide food for them and flowers provide nectar for bees. Full sun/part shade.