Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Celastraceae

Genus:

Gymnosporia

Species:

Gymnosporia crataegina

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Tree , Shrub

Height:

400 cm

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

apr,may

Bloom Colors:

white

Landscaping Shrub:

Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

birds, butterflies

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Source: deepseek-v4-flash

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

Cold/moist stratification required — 60–90 days

Germination Time:

30–60 days

Notes:

Seeds benefit from cold stratification for 2-3 months before sowing.

Source: deepseek-v4-flash