Stachyurus salicifolius

Stachyurus salicifolius, also known by the Chinese vernacular name 柳叶旌节花 (Liǔ yè jīng jié huā), is a species in the genus "Stachyurus" in the family "Stachyuraceae". It is native to China, specifically Chongqing, Sichuan, and northeast Yunnan.
Description.
"Stachyurus salicifolius" is an evergreen shrub which reaches 2-3 metres in height at maturity. In its native habitat, it flowers from April-May and fruits from June-July.
Etymology.
"Stachyurus" is derived from Greek and means 'spiked tail'. The name is a reference to the shape of the inflorescences of this genus.
"Salicifolius" means 'with leaves resembling those of "Salix"' ("Salix" + foliage).