Unknown Shrub

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  1. dkg091065

    dkg091065 Active Member

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    My mother in law sent me this picture in hope I could help her identify it. It is a shrubby tree like bush she has had in her yard for years. The flowers are white when in full bloom, right now, the picture she sent doesn't show alot but I hope someone is familliar with this and can help.

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    Silver surfer Generous Contributor 10 Years

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    It reminds me of Staphylea. Please post close up pictures of the flowers and leaves as they open.Thanks.
     
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    Sorry,
    This Was Not Even Close, I told her to send another pic in bloom. HELP!
    Thanks Don
     
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    Ron B Paragon of Plants 10 Years

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    Looks like has little white flowers in the picture already put up.
     
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    An updated photo, please help!
     

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    saltcedar Rising Contributor 10 Years

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    Fringe Tree, (Chionanthus Sp.) Perhaps?

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    Ron B Paragon of Plants 10 Years

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    Yep: C. virginicus.
     
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    Silver surfer Generous Contributor 10 Years

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    Thank you dkg 091065 for the new picture.It is now very obvious that it is Chionanthus. Common name Fringe tree.
     
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    Michael F Paragon of Plants Forums Moderator 10 Years

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    Yep, Chionanthus virginicus.
     
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