Identifying Vitex (Chaste Tree) and Similar-Looking Plants

That "Hemp-Looking" Plant Is Vitex

A small tree with leaves resembling hemp is likely chaste tree, Vitex agnus-castus. Scarlet hibiscus leaves also mimic hemp. Vitex gets its name from medieval use to suppress desire; today it's a tough ornamental seen along I-85 south of Lenox Rd. Plant with room—it reaches 15 ft high and wide.

vitex leaf

scarlet hibiscus leaf

vitex flower