Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Staphyleaceae

Genus:

Staphylea

Species:

Staphylea pinnata

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Tree , Shrub

Height:

600 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Colors:

white

Landscaping Shrub:

Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

birds, butterflies

Fragrant:

Yes

Fall Color:

yellow

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

Cold/moist stratification required — 60–90 days

Germination Time:

30–90 days

Notes:

Seeds benefit from cold stratification for 2-3 months to break dormancy; germination may be slow and erratic.

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