Chittamwood
Sideroxylon lanuginosum
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
full sun
Water
low
Size
360"–600" H × 180"–360" W
Bloom
May, Jun
Native to
AL, AR, AZ, FL and 11 more states
Pollinators
bees, beetles
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Chittamwood is a slow-growing native tree that develops a rounded canopy and produces small, fragrant white flowers in late spring. The tree is drought-tolerant and provides excellent shade once established. The tree produces small blue-black fruits that are favored by wildlife.
In an HOA neighborhood
Chittamwood is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 4 out of 5.
Works well in: front yard, mid zone, street edge.
Wildlife value
The flowers attract bees and beetles during the bloom period in May and June. Birds and small mammals feed on the berries produced later in the season.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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