LATIN NAME
COMMON NAME

DAVIDIA

dove
Davidia involucrata
dove tree
Zone: 6
Height: 25'
Spread: 25'
Shape: Broad, pyramidal
Foliage: Bright green
Fall Color: Dark red to yellow
Flower: Clustered, long white bracts with red antlers. Resembles a dove.
Back to List This tree has strong ornamental value. It has clean branching and vivid green foliage. Many say that its spring flowers resemble a flock of white doves resting among its branches. The orange-brown, flaky bark adds winter interest.