Lagerstroemia indica x fauriei
(sold as Natchez)

Family: Lythraceae

Common names: CRAPE MYRTLE, CREPE FLOWER

Native to: Tropical Asia

Plant

Types: shrub, tree

Forms: arching, erect, open form

Leaves deciduous

Max height: 26 feet

Max width: 23 feet

Flower

white/off white

Leaf

green

Horticulture

Attracts wildlife: specific butterfly species

Plant features: deciduous

Exposure: sun

Propagates by: cutting

flowers in summer

Soil type: well drained

USDA Zone: zone 9 to +20 f

Temp. range: +20 to +30 °F

Water: moderate

Butterflies that feed on this plant