A graceful, undervalued, and (sadly) rarely-seen deciduous small tree, Clerodendrum trichotomum has soft, downy leaves and panicles of sweetly-scented, creamy-white flowers. The flowers first appear ...

What: Clerodendrum trichotomum, commonly known as harlequin glorybower, can be grown either as a small tree or large shrub. This plant has some very interesting features, but the one that leaves ...

A former colleague, Dan Hortsch, recently e-mailed me this photo asking what it is. He has a good eye; Clerodendrum trichotomum (Harlequin glory bower) is one of my favorite small trees. Take a look: ...

Dear Roger: Any idea what kind of plant this is? It has large, dark green leaves with purple veins. It can get over 4 feet tall and is very invasive. The flowers are beautiful; butterflies love them.