Taxon

Cotinus coggygria 'Foliis Purpureis'

Cotinus coggygria 'Foliis Purpureis' - purpleleaf common smoketree
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Common name: purpleleaf common smoketree
Family: Anacardiaceae (cashew family)
Synonym: Cotinus coggygria 'Rubrifolius'
Distribution: Species native to Europe and Asia
Hardiness: USDA Zone 5
Life form: Deciduous tree
Comments: A medium-sized, deciduous shrub that was one of the original purple-leaf specimens introduced. Approximate height is 15-20' high and nearly as wide. Leaves appear as dark purplish red changing to green tinged with purple over summer months, followed by pink-red plumes in late spring, early summer. Periodic rejuvenation retains dense, purple foliage. Good plant for massing, or a striking specimen plant in border or yard.

Locations

  • 1: AZA: AY15 (AY15) • Accession: D1999-1504.001 • Provenance: Cultivated of Garden Origin
  • 2: DAL: CK19 (CK19) • Accession: D1999-1504.002 • Provenance: Cultivated of Garden Origin
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