Description
Tetrapanax papyrifer ‘Rex’ is undoubtedly one of the most spectacular architectural, hardy, exotic plants possible to grow here in the U.K. With perhaps the largest leaves of any other woody plant grown here “Rex’ certainly makes it’s presence felt in the garden. In milder regions it can be almost evergreen but usually we treat them as a deciduous shrub, hardy in most regions.
If you live in a particulary cold area it’s a good idea to protect the trunk in winter with straw or fleece. Be prepared though once settled in ‘Rex’ will grow fast creating both dramatic effect and a talking point!
The first photo on the page is what our ‘Rex Group’ selection looks like as they mature. To help clarify the identification we have seeked advice from experts far more knowledgeable than us and have come to the following conclusions, it appears that ‘Rex’ should really be known a ‘Rex Group’ there are many forms or clones with similar but slightly differing habit in cultivation. What we have here is a nice clone showing ‘Rex’ characteristics such as large divided leaves, good hardiness surviving rural winters outside here, a suckering habit with a pale beige to white indumentum. As far as expert advice goes the species Tetrapanax papyrifer is rare in cutivation and from seeing naturalised plants in other countries is much round leafed and far less divided and importantly less hardy. Apologies if we have caused confusion and perhaps in retrospect should have labelled ‘our’ Tetrapanax as ‘Rex Group’ Big Plant Nursery selection. It should also be noted that young plants grown in controlled environments under polythene do not necessarily show adult foliage characteristics.
**Please note that when we are approaching autumn/winter foliage will begin to fade and leaves will ulitimately fall – therefore your plant may look a bit ‘wintery’ on arrival but this is of no detriment to the health of the plant – it’s just nature!**
- Position:Full sun to part shade.
- Soil:Most soils except waterlogged conditions.
- Eventual Size:3 to 4 metre, but can be pruned.
- Habit:Rounded evergreen shrub with dense foliage.
- Common Names:Rice Paper Plant, Chinese rice-paper plant 'Rex'.
mh001c5366 (verified owner) –
well packed as usual and good healthy plant
stormeelaydee (verified owner) –
I bought a Tetrapanax Rex plant which arrived with 4 good healthy leaves on, ready for planting out.
As the weather has been so hot, I might wait till the ground is more cool. I especially love the clever packaging BigPlantNursery use for their plants…their cardboard boxes are shaped at the top so you can’t turn the package upside down, because of the way it has been folded.
No damaged plants. 🙂
Stormee
bbyersuk (verified owner) –
As usual the plant arrived in great condition. Delivery time was excellent coupled with really good packaging, thank you so much for such quality and service. This plant will contribute immensely to the jungle type garden.
W.Davies (verified owner) –
The plants arrived today and were well packaged and in excellent condition another great addition for our jungle garden.
Michelle David (verified owner) –
I received my plant today. Delivery was very quick, plant looks really healthy. Can’t wait to see it grow into it’s full glory. The packet of Haribo sweets (my favourite) was a lovely touch . I’m very pleased, thank you.
John M (verified owner) –
I received the plant about 10 days ago. It’s being grown indoors as a houseplant until the weather improves. It is positively racing away. A quality plant. This is my first purchase from this company. I’m very impressed and I hope to order from them again.
Barbara Hurrell (verified owner) –
Well packaged, Healthy, Lots of leaves. A welcome addition for my tropical garden.
Thank you
dragon1764 (verified owner) –
Plant arrived in perfect condition a welcome plant to the garden
Neil (verified owner) –
Very happy with this stunning plant, service very good and plant was well packaged and healthy will be ordering again.
Natalie –
Plant was well packed and ready healthy. Thank you
Joe Bloggs –
Plant was extremely well packaged and arrived in perfect condition
Karren –
My plants arrived safely in perfect condition and Im very pleased with them. Excellent service.