Black Tupelo

TREE TYPE Tupelo
SCIENTIFIC NAME Nyssa sylvatica
SIZE AT MATURITY (H x W) 40ft x 20ft
PLANTER STRIP SIZE 6 to 10 feet (Medium)
POWERLINE SUITABLE  
PARKING LOT SUITABLE  
LOW WATER/DROUGHT TOLERANT Yes
FIRE SAFE (Noted by OSU or ODF)  
ATTRACTS WILDLIFE/POLLINATORS  
NATIVE TO OREGON  
COMMENTS Great street tree with glossy green leaves and brilliant deep red and bright orange fall foliage. Choose male (fruitless) cultivars only. Prefers full sun but can handle shade. Moderate/occasional drought tolerance. Features: wildlife, fall color. Full sun to partial shade. Wet soil tolerant. Approved cultivars include 'Firestarter,' 'Wildfire,' and 'Legacy'
MORE INFORMATION https://landscapeplants.oregonstate.edu/plants/nyssa-sylvatica