Populus keerqinensis

Populus keerqinensis

Native to:
China

Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Salicaceae
Genus:
Populus
Species:
Populus keerqinensis

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Tree
Height:
2000 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Low

Keystone Species Ranking

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

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
birds, small mammals
Fall Color:
yellow

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days
Germination Time:
14–30 days
Notes:
Seeds require cold stratification for 30-60 days; sow in moist sand at 1-5°C.

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