Lodhtree
Symplocos racemosa
- Native to:
- Andaman Is., Bangladesh, Cambodia, Caroline Is., China, Guam, Hainan, India, Laos, Myanmar, Nepal, Nicobar Is., Palau, Thailand, Vietnam
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Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Symplocaceae
- Genus:
- Symplocos
- Species:
- Symplocos racemosa
- USDA Symbol:
- SYRA6
Growth Characteristics
- Height:
- 600 cm
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun,Part Shade
- Drought Tolerance:
- Medium
- Bloom Months:
- feb,mar,apr
- Bloom Colors:
- white, cream
- Landscaping Shrub:
- Yes
Wildlife Benefits
- Bees:
- ★☆☆☆☆ Documented bee visitation (GBIF)
Garden & Ecology Notes
- Wildlife Value:
- birds, bees
- Fragrant:
- Yes
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- rich, well-drained loamy soil
- pH:
- 5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- consistently moist
- Notes:
- prefers forested areas with organic matter