Plant Profile: Pinckneya pubens

The fever tree is a perennial shrub or small tree with a relatively short lifespan. It features large, coarse, deep green leaves that cluster at the tips of its branches. For optimal growth, it thrives in several hours of direct sunlight.

This species is indigenous to South Carolina, Georgia, and Florida. To maintain a cool and moist root environment, applying a layer of mulch is beneficial.

The sepals, which support the petals, transform into petal-like structures that resemble those of poinsettias, creating a stunning visual display.