Itea chinensis

Itea chinensis

Native to:
China | India | Laos | Myanmar | Thailand | Vietnam

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Iteaceae
Genus:
Itea
Species:
Itea chinensis

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Tree
Height:
600 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Months:
may,jun
Bloom Colors:
white
Landscaping Shrub:
Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees, butterflies
Fragrant:
Yes
Fall Color:
red, orange

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