Evodia
Evodia, also known by its scientific name Tetradium ruticarpum, is a species of flowering plant in the family Rutaceae. It is native to East Asia, including China, Korea, and Japan. The plant is a deciduous tree or shrub that can grow up to 20 meters tall. It has compound leaves that are typically 20-30 cm long with 7-11 leaflets. The flowers are small, white, and fragrant, appearing in terminal panicles. The fruit is a capsule that splits open to reveal black seeds.
Evodia has a long history of use in traditional Chinese medicine, where it is known as Wu-Chu-Yu.
The cultivation of Evodia is relatively straightforward in suitable climates. It prefers well-drained soil and a