Family: Vervain (Verbenaceae)

Hardy to Zones 6 to 9

(Huang-jing-zi, Cut-Leaf Chaste Tree) Native to China.  These are surprisingly hardy (hardier than V. agnus castus) and make a very handsome bush to small tree. These are considered top nectar producers for bees. The fruits are ground up in traditional medicine (Siddha, Ayurveda) and used as an aromatic spice and for treating digestive and menstrual disorders.  Wound healing, decongestant, monopause.  Prefers full sun and is not picky about soil, also quite drought tolerant.  Space trees 15 feet apart.

Nice tree in a 9-inch deep pot, organic