Pet Safe
moderate Care
alangium
Alangium platanifolium
Alangium platanifolium is an amazing plant species that provides beautiful flowers, foliage and fruit. Its white, fragrant flowers with pink to purple centers have five long petals, and they are held high above its green, large, oval-shaped leaves. The flowers are followed by the distinctive curious looking fruits that can range in size from 1/2 inch to 1 inch. This species is also drought-tolerant and can do well in full sun or partial shade. All in all, Alangium platanifolium is an excellent choice for brightening up your garden with its beauty and hardiness.
Sunlight
Full Sun
Water Needs
medium
USDA Hardiness Zones
Zone 7Zone 8Zone 9
Hardiness Map
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Water Every
7-10 days
Sun Needs
full-sun
Growth
Low
Care Level
Low
Season
Fall
Sep Oct Nov
Winter
Dec Jan Feb
Spring
Mar Apr May
Summer
Jun Jul Aug
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Starts Flowering
Starts Flowering
Starts Flowering
Harvest Fruit
Harvest Fruit
Harvest Fruit
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Pruning Time
Flowering
Fruiting
How to Propagate
Air Layering Propagation
Bend stem to soil surface, cover lightly, roots form in 4-6 weeks
Grafting Propagation
Join scion to rootstock, bind securely until healed
Cutting
Take 4-6" cuttings in spring, root in water or moist soil
Seed Propagation
Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost date
Plant Characteristics
Drought Tolerant
Is This Plant Right for You?
Good For:
- •Forgetful waterers
- •Homes with pets
- •Low-maintenance gardens
Consider Carefully:
- •Indoor growing
Bloom Seasons
summer
Care Tips
Light Requirements
Needs at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily. Place in the sunniest spot in your garden.
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water when top inch of soil is dry.
Best Planting Time
Plant in early spring or fall for best results. Blooms in summer.