Chinese Golden-Larch

Pseudolarix amabilis

Native to:
China

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Taxonomy

Division:
Coniferophyta | - Conifers
Family:
Pinaceae
Genus:
Pseudolarix
Species:
Pseudolarix amabilis
USDA Symbol:
PSAM4

Growth Characteristics

Height:
3000 cm
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Bloom Months:
apr,may

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
birds, small mammals
Deer Resistant:
Yes
Fall Color:
golden yellow, orange

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
rich, well-drained loamy soil
pH:
5.0 - 6.5 (acidic to slightly acidic)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
consistently moist
Notes:
native to mountainous regions with high rainfall

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days
Germination Time:
14–42 days
Notes:
Fresh seed germinates best; viability declines quickly. Requires light and consistent moisture.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI