Blackgum Plants at BCA

The following species and varieties are currently represented in our collections. To include taxa that are no longer present, go to this other list.

  • Nyssa sylvatica

    Blackgum, Black Tupelo, Sourgum, Pepperidge
    A medium-large, native shade tree with beautiful, glossy red/orange/yellow/purple fall foliage colors.
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    • Nyssa sylvatica // Blackgum, Black Tupelo, Sourgum, Pepperidge ("straight species")
    • Nyssa sylvatica 'Autumn Cascade' // Autumn Cascade Blackgum
    • Nyssa sylvatica 'Penwood Weeper' // Penwood Weeper Blackgum
    • Nyssa sylvatica 'Zydeco Twist' // Zydeco Twist Contorted Blackgum