Persian, Parrotia

This tree is one of the 150 trees initially included in the arboretum to coincide with the campus's 150th anniversary celebration.

Scientific Name:
Parrotia persica

Cultivar:

Native to:
Iran

Mature Height and Width:
20-40 feet by 15-30 feet

Additional Notes:
A small tree native to Iran and the Caucasus, Persian parrotia is related to the American witchhazel.  This species is favored by landscapers for its mottled bark and multicolored foliage.