Crape Myrtle

  • Bark

    Bark

  • Flowers

    Flowers

  • Flowers

    Flowers

  • Tree

    Tree

     

    Specifications

    • Latin (scientific) name: Lagerstroemia indica
    • Height: 22 feet
    • Circumference: 126 inches
    • The height and circumference measurements listed above are for the largest-known crape myrtle tree in Atlanta. It is located on private property.

    • Photo Credits:

      White flowers: Chris Evans, University of Illinois, Bugwood.org
      Pink flowers: Keith Weller, USDA Agricultural Research Service, Bugwood.org
      Bark: Gary Wade, University of Georgia, Bugwood.org
      Tree: Georgiabackyardnature.com