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Machilus thunbergii (Machilus thunbergii)

Machilus thunbergii is an evergreen tree native to East Asia, known for its glossy leaves and fragrant flowers, reaching heights of 10-20 meters.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun to partial shade. Tolerates some shade.

Watering

Keep soil consistently moist but well-drained. Reduce watering in cooler months.

Soil

Well-draining, fertile loam or sandy soil. Slightly acidic to neutral pH is ideal.

Temperature

Thrives in mild to warm temperatures. Protect from hard frosts when young.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Feed in spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer. Avoid over-fertilizing.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun to partial shade. Tolerates some shade.

Water

Keep soil consistently moist but well-drained. Reduce watering in cooler months.

Soil

Well-draining, fertile loam or sandy soil. Slightly acidic to neutral pH is ideal.

Temperature

Thrives in mild to warm temperatures. Protect from hard frosts when young.

Ideal growing range: 15-25 °C

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Feed in spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer. Avoid over-fertilizing.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Tree

Plant Category

Foliage, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

10-20 m

Spread

5-10 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Evergreen

Flower Size

1-1.5 cm

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Synonyms
Machilus arisanensis (Hayata) Hayata
Machilus kwashotensis Hayata
Machilus nanshoensis Kaneh.
Machilus taiwanensis Kamik.
Persea arisanensis (Hayata) Kosterm.
Persea thunbergii (Siebold & Zucc.) Kosterm.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderLaurales
  • familyLauraceae
  • genusMachilus
  • speciesMachilus thunbergii
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

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