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Tree Structure

Tree Structure

Bark Texture

Bark Texture

Branch Texture

Branch Texture

Branch Structure

Branch Structure

Fruit Capsule, Buds, Leaf Scars

Fruit Capsule, Buds, Leaf Scars

Winter Fruit Capsule

Winter Fruit Capsule

Crepe Myrtle

Lagerstroemia indica

about the tree

  • FUN FACT: crepe myrtle is one of the only trees without natural north american predators because it is exotic.

  • leaf arrangement: alternate

  • fruit: capsules

  • lifespan: >50 years

  • habitat: drought tolerant, low salt tolerance, do well with water and fertilizer

  • size: 25' tall

  • growth form: round, vase

  • uses: ornamental, shade, buffer strips

  • state tree: n/a

 

where is it found on campus?

  • upper school

  • quad

  • middle school

  • berger hall

  • tennis courts

  • ?

 

Photography by Julia Gong, '17

© 2015 Julia Gong, Cary Academy '17

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