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Five-leaved chaste tree

Vitex negundo

The five-leaved chaste tree is a lovely shrub with pretty leaves and small flowers. It grows in warm places and is great for attracting butterflies and bees!

Habitat: Urban areas

Appearance

The Five-leaved chaste tree has striking palmate leaves, each divided into five or more finger-like leaflets, giving it a distinctive look. It produces clusters of small, fragrant purplish-blue flowers that create a lovely contrast with its green-grey foliage.

KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderLamialesFamilyLamiaceaeGenusVitex
Five-leaved chaste tree
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Five-leaved chaste tree

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Rarity

Common

Danger

1/5 · Very low

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Interesting facts

Its leaves were once used to flavor pepper because of their spicy, peppery taste!

The plant's scientific name 'Vitex' comes from Latin, meaning 'to tie,' as its flexible branches were used for weaving!

Traditional healers have used parts of this tree for thousands of years to help people feel better!

You might find this tough plant growing on riverbanks or even in rocky, harsh environments!

Special abilities

Ability

Drought Defender

Five-leaved chaste tree can thrive in dry conditions thanks to its tough root system, helping it survive hot spells.

Ability

Insect Repellent Leaves

It has special compounds in its leaves that give off a strong scent, naturally deterring many plant-eating insects.

Ability

Speedy Sprout

This plant can grow surprisingly fast, quickly establishing itself in new areas and outcompeting other plants.

Measurements & details

Height
200-500 cm
Spread
150-400 cm
Flower Size
0.3-0.6 cm
Bloom Season
Summer to Fall
Edible
No
Toxicity
None
Lifecycle
Perennial
Pollination Method
Insect

Ecological connections

pollinates

European honey bee

Apis mellifera

Its nectar-rich flowers attract bees for pollination.

eaten by

Lime swallowtail

Papilio demoleus

Caterpillars of this butterfly species feed on its leaves.

eats

Red-vented bulbul

Pycnonotus cafer

Birds consume its small fruits, aiding in seed dispersal.

Traits

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Safety

Danger

1/5 · Very low

Always check with an adult before touching or tasting plants.

Frequently Asked Questions

How tall is Five-leaved chaste tree?

200-500 cm

How wide does Five-leaved chaste tree spread?

150-400 cm

How big are the flowers on Five-leaved chaste tree?

0.3-0.6 cm

When does Five-leaved chaste tree bloom?

Summer to Fall

Is Five-leaved chaste tree edible?

No

Is Five-leaved chaste tree toxic?

None

What is Five-leaved chaste tree's lifecycle?

Perennial

How is Five-leaved chaste tree pollinated?

Insect

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