Chinese Black Olive

Canarium pimela

Native to:
Cambodia, China, Hainan, Laos, Vietnam

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Burseraceae
Genus:
Canarium
Species:
Canarium pimela
USDA Symbol:
CAPI16

Growth Characteristics

Height:
2500 cm
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Bloom Months:
mar,apr,may

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
birds, small mammals
Fragrant:
Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
rich, well-drained loamy soil
pH:
5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
consistently moist
Notes:
native to tropical regions with high humidity