Nyssa — 4 species
Botanical species in the genus Nyssa recorded in the PlantPeers database.
Nyssa aquatica
Nyssa aquatica
Family: Cornaceae
Cultivation
Although this is a plant of swamps and other wet soils in the wild, once established it can succeed in Britain when growing in an ordinary good loamy soil in sun or semi-shade. This plant probably requires a very wet soil, it is very difficult to establish in Britain, though it should be hardy at least in the milder parts of the country. It prefers a neutral to alkaline soil.
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Nyssa javanica
Nyssa javanica
Family: Cornaceae
Cultivation
A plant of subtropical to tropical regions, usually at elevations from 600 - 2,500 metres but occasionally descending to 100 metres. It grows in both regions with a distinct dry season and those with year-round rainfall. A fast-growing tree.
Full cultivation guide →Nyssa ogeche
Nyssa ogeche
Family: Cornaceae
Cultivation
Although this is a plant of swamps and other wet soils in the wild, once established it can succeed in Britain when growing in an ordinary good loamy soil in sun or semi-shade. Prefers a neutral to alkaline soil. This plant is probably not hardy in Britain.
Full cultivation guide →Nyssa sylvatica
Nyssa sylvatica
Family: Cornaceae
Cultivation
Although this is a plant of swamps and other wet soils in the wild, once established it can succeed in Britain when growing in an ordinary good loamy soil in sun or semi-shade. It prefers a neutral to alkaline soil according to one report, whilst another says that it requires a lime-free soil. Tolerates atmospheric pollution and growing in maritime regions.
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