Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Myricaceae

Genus:

Myrica

Species:

Myrica nana

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Shrub

Height:

200 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Colors:

greenish, yellow

Keystone Species Ranking

Caterpillar Keystone:

★★★★★ Butterfly & moth species supported by this genus (NWF)

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

birds, small mammals

Fragrant:

Yes

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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 to break dormancy; sow in moist, acidic medium.

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