Chile Lantern Tree
Crinodendron hookerianum
Also known as
Lantern Tree
Full Sun
Moderate care
Moderate watering
Frost Hardy
H4
RHS hardiness
-10°C
Minimum temperature
Expected size
Height | Spread | |
|---|---|---|
8m | Max | 4m |
4m | Min | 2.5m |
20 years to reach maturity
Flowering
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spring
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summer
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autumn
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winter
This plant has a mild fragrance
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Chile Lantern Tree Overview
This dense evergreen tree can get to 6m high. It has dark green narrow leaves and in late spring to late summer it produces lantern shaped crimson flowers roughly 2.5cm long.
Common problems with Chile Lantern Tree
Generally pest and disease free.
How to harvest Chile Lantern Tree
Generally not harvested.
How to propagate Chile Lantern Tree
Cuttings
Take semi hardwood cuttings in summer or early autumn.
Seed
Special features of Chile Lantern Tree
Attractive flowers
Other uses of Chile Lantern Tree
This shrub suits being grown in wall side borders for architectural interest in urban courtyards.
