Yellowhorn (Xanthoceras Sorbifolium)

Yellowhorn

Features and Characteristics

Xanthoceras sorbifolium, commonly called yellowhorn, is a deciduous, flowering tree (20-25′ tall) or multi-stemmed shrub (8-10′ tall) which is a native of China. Features lustrous, compound green leaves with 9-17 leaflets which persist late into the fall and five petaled, 1 inch diameter, star-shaped, white flowers with yellow or red centers which appear in terminal racemes in May. Flowers are followed by 5″ green fruits which superficially resemble buckeyes. May be somewhat difficult to find in commerce.

Genus name comes from the Greek words xanthos meaning yellow and keras meaning a horn for the yellow hornlike growths between the petals.

Specific epithet means with foliage like that of Sorbaria.

Care and Maintenance

Easily grown in average, medium, well-drained soil in full sun. Prefers loamy soil. Very adaptable plant with tolerance for a wide range of growing conditions, including partial shade, damp soils or some drought.

Yellowhorn (Xanthoceras Sorbifolium) Requirements

Hardiness zone	4 - 7
Sun light	Full Sun
Water	Medium
Maintenance	Low

Common Problems

No serious disease or insect problems.

Uses

Excellent small flowering tree or shrub with long-lasting green foliage. Grow as a specimen or in groups near the home, in the lawn or shrub border or near the patio. Also may be an effective background for spring flowering perennials.

Yellowhorn (Xanthoceras Sorbifolium) Details

Common name	Yellowhorn
Botanical name	Xanthoceras Sorbifolium
Plant type	Deciduous Shrub
Family	Sapindaceae
Hardiness zone	4 - 7
Water	Medium
Maintenance	Low
Flower color	White With Red Or Yellow Center
Flowering period	May
Height	8 - 25 Ft.
Width	10 - 25 Ft.