Atraphaxis virgata

Atraphaxis virgata

Native to:
China | Kazakhstan | Kirgizstan | Tadzhikistan | Turkmenistan | Uzbekistan

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Polygonaceae
Genus:
Atraphaxis
Species:
Atraphaxis virgata

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Shrub
Height:
200 cm
Drought Tolerance:
High
Bloom Months:
may,jun,jul
Bloom Colors:
white, pink
Landscaping Shrub:
Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
birds, butterflies
Deer Resistant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes

Source: deepseek-v4-flash

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days
Germination Time:
14–30 days
Notes:
Seeds benefit from cold stratification for 30-60 days; sow in well-drained soil.

Source: deepseek-v4-flash