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Plant Profiles

Persian Parrotia

(Parrotia persica)

Persian Parrotia
Parrotia persian leaves

“I love the winter interest of the bark of this small ornamental tree, which is very smooth, but peels to reveal a pattern of brownish-pink patches,” said Jill Selinger, manager of continuing education. “It blooms in early spring with reddish flowers, and also has a very nice yellow-orange fall color.”