Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Myricaceae

Genus:

Myrica

Species:

Myrica punctata

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Tree

Height:

1200 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Colors:

yellow-green

Landscaping Shrub:

Yes

Keystone Species Ranking

Caterpillar Keystone:

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

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

birds, butterflies

Fragrant:

Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days

Germination Time:

30–90 days

Notes:

Seeds benefit from cold stratification for 30-60 days to break dormancy.

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