CANANGA ODORATA
Ylang-Ylang Tree
In appearance the flowers of the
Ylang-Ylang are not impressive. It is its fragrance
that makes it such a great tree to have. The flowers
of this tree are regularly used in the perfume
industry and is said to be the key ingredient
in Chanel #5. It won't be long until you too can
enjoy the fragrance, it is an early bloomer and
you will see flowers when the tree is still relatively
small. It likes the heat and grows and blooms
during the warm season. Cananga odorata is a fast
grower and will quickly reach a mature size. The
branches are known to be brittle and break easily
so protection from strong winds is recommended.
Cananga is a tropical tree, it likes warm weather
but it can survive in low temperatures around
freezing for short periods of time.
We also
carry a smaller form that will suite those with limited space.
Check out Cananga odorata
'Fruticosa'
FAMILY
: Annonaceae
ORIGIN : Indonesia
TYPE/USES : medium tree
SIZE : 30'
GROWTH
RATE : very fast growing
LIGHT
REQUIREMENTS :
full/partial sun
WATER REQUIREMENTS : average
MIN.
TEMP. : lowr
30's
FLOWER
: warmer
months of the year
Check out Artabotrys hexapetalus,
Ylang-Ylang Vine.
