Toona sinensis

Toona sinensis

Native to:
Borneo | China | India | Indonesia | Jawa | Laos | Malaya | Myanmar | Nepal | Pakistan | Sri Lanka | Sumatera | Thailand | Vietnam

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Meliaceae
Genus:
Toona
Species:
Toona sinensis

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Tree
Height:
2500 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Colors:
white

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
birds, butterflies
Fragrant:
Yes
Fall Color:
yellow, orange

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days
Germination Time:
14–28 days
Notes:
Seeds benefit from cold stratification for 30-60 days to break dormancy.

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ORGHPS Germination Guide: Sow @ 20C. Germinates within 3 months. Requires soaking 24-48 hrs; discard floaters.

Source: Ontario Rock Garden & Hardy Plant Society