Forestiera rotundifolia

Forestiera rotundifolia

Native to:
Mexico | Mexico Central, Mexico Gulf, Mexico Southwest

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Oleaceae
Genus:
Forestiera
Species:
Forestiera rotundifolia

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Shrub
Height:
400 cm
Drought Tolerance:
High
Bloom Colors:
yellow
Landscaping Shrub:
Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
birds, butterflies
Deer Resistant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
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 60-90 days to break dormancy.

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