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Lilac Chaste Tree
Vitex agnus-castus


Location: Lemos Drive
District: Mission San Jose
Native to: Asia
Tree type: flowering
Leaf retention: deciduous

Comments: Broadleaf flowering deciduous tree native from China to India. Palmately compound leaves, and bright lilac blue flower shoots in summer. Though this species is native to wetter and more humid climates, it'll do well here when watered. Specimen is 10 to 12 feet tall and broad spreading. This tree was identified by Bill Merrill of Fremont.

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NOTICE: This specimen is located on private property.  DO NOT TRESPASS!  No right to enter private property to view the specimen tree is granted by the Roadside Arboretum.  To prevent the transfer of disease and other considerations, do not touch or take samples from the specimen tree or any other plants on the property.

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