How to identify Snowflake tree (Trevesia palmata)
Snowflake tree stands out for its distinctive foliage, with each evergreen leaf reaching 1-2 feet (30-60 cm) wide. The leaves are intricately lobed, resembling snowflakes due to their deeply cut segments that form a lacy pattern. The leaf structure is pseudocompound, giving the appearance of compound leaves, even though they are not. These broad leaves attach to lengthy, prickly petioles stretching 2-3 feet (60-90 cm). As it matures, snowflake tree develops into a large shrub or tree, topped with a sparse crown and may bear tiny yellow flowers and half-inch (approx. 1.27 cm) fruit clusters.
Lifespan: Perennial
Plant Type: Tree
Leaf Type: Evergreen
Intricately lobed evergreen leaves, resembling snowflakes, reach 1-2 feet (30-60 cm) wide.
Pseudocompound leaf structure with lacy pattern and 2-3 feet (60-90 cm) long prickly petioles.
Large shrub or tree with sparse crown, tiny yellow flowers, and half-inch (1.27 cm) fruit clusters.
Panicle of greenish-yellow flowers spanning 18 inches (45 cm), lacking prominent scent but visually striking.
Spherical fruit 0.4-0.7 inches (1-1.8 cm) with distinctive texture, transitioning from greenish to darker hues.
The leaves of snowflake tree are simple, alternately arranged, and stalked with prickly petioles. Each leaf blade is 2-3 feet (60-90 cm) wide and 5-9-lobed. The lobes are narrowly ovate-lanceolate with serrated edges. The leaves are notable for their size and unique shape, making them easily identifiable.
Snowflake tree's flowers are arranged in a substantial panicle of umbels, spanning about 18 inches (45 cm) in width. The tiny flowers are typically greenish-yellow, forming a striking cluster. Each flower is small and numerous, contributing to the overall large inflorescence. The petals are small and rounded, with a lack of prominent scent, making the visual appearance the primary identifying feature. These flowers usually bloom during the warmer months, adding a distinctive texture to the plant's overall appearance.
The fruit of snowflake tree is somewhat round, measuring about 1-1.8 cm (0.4-0.7 inches) in diameter. It has a smooth texture and typically a green hue when unripe, transitioning to a darker shade upon maturation. This small citrus-like fruit is found in clusters, each fruit almost uniform in shape, aiding in easy identification.
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Scientific Classification of Snowflake tree
