Styrax obassia

Styrax obassia

Native to:
China | Japan | Korea

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Styracaceae
Genus:
Styrax
Species:
Styrax obassia

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Tree
Height:
1500 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Colors:
white

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees, butterflies
Fragrant:
Yes
Fall Color:
yellow, orange

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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 2-3 months to break dormancy.

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ORGHPS Germination Guide: Sow @ 20C for 3 months, then place @ 4C for 3 months.

Source: Ontario Rock Garden & Hardy Plant Society