What is another word for halesia?
Pronunciation: [he͡ɪlˈiːzi͡ə] (IPA) 
Halesia is a genus of flowering plants in the family Styracaceae. The common name for Halesia is "silverbell," referring to the tree's showy, bell-shaped flowers. Other synonyms for Halesia include snowdrop tree, fringe tree, and virginia fringe tree. The genus includes around six species, all of which are native to the eastern United States and Canada. Halesia is a popular landscape tree, prized for its striking spring flowers and attractive bark. The tree's leaves are deciduous, turning yellow in the fall before dropping, and the bark is smooth and gray, with prominent lenticels. Halesia is an excellent choice for gardeners looking for an ornamental tree that provides year-round interest.
