the theirpetalum chinense "fede", commonly calledtheirpetalo "faith", is a compact evergreen shrub belonging to the hamamelidaceae family. has elliptical leaves with smooth margin that can change color during the year, passing from dark green to shades of red and purple. flowers, blooming in spring with bunches, have a ribbon shape and a color that can vary from pink to intense violet. prefers sunny exposure or in half shade and draining soils. is used in the gardens for color spots, either as a single specimen or in groups, or as a hedge. can also be cultivated in pot.