Chinese alangium - Alangium chinense (Care, Characteristics, Distribution, Images)

Chinese alangium

It is a medium to large-sized tree without weapons, which reaches a size of 10 to 25 m tall, with gray bark and purplish brown, young pubescent to fluorescent shoots. Leaves are ovate to widely ovate, deltoid or somewhat oblique with the base, truncated or shallowly deeply cordate.

Scientific classification

Species

Chinese alangium (Alangium chinense)

Dogwoods, hydrangeas, and allies

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Perennial

Lifespan

Tree, Shrub

Plant Type

Summer, Fall

Bloom Time

3.5 m to 4.5 m

Plant Height

White, Yellow

Flower Color

Evergreen

Leaf type

15 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Slow

Growth Rate

Images of Chinese alangium

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Fragrant white flowers with 5-8 petals, forming star-like clusters.

Oval purple drupes with glossy skin, ripening to deep purple.

Smooth greenish-brown stem under 1 inch (2.5 cm) diameter, branching frequently.

Silky smooth grey bark, lacking deep furrows, with increasing girth over time.

Leaves measuring 4-6 inches (10-15 cm) long, variously shaped with yellow fall coloring.

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Care Guide for Chinese alangium

Every 1-2 weeks

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

15 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Garden Soil

Soil Type

Water: Chinese alangium exhibits moderate drought tolerance, thriving in variable moisture regions. A practical watering schedule is once every 1-2 weeks, allowing soil to partially dry. Typically grown outdoors, chinese alangium benefits from conditions that replicate its natural growth influenced by seasonal rainfall.

Fertilize: Chinese alangium thrives with balanced nutrition fertilizers during growth, especially high nitrogen types monthly, reducing to bimonthly in winter. Dosage varies by pot size, starting at half a teaspoon. Over-fertilization harms roots. Adjust feeding as chinese alangium matures, especially during flowering, using water-soluble fertilizers.

Pruning: Chinese alangium is a shrub featuring fragrant white flowers and glossy leaves. Prune in early to late winter while dormant to shape growth and remove dead branches. This promotes better air circulation and sunlight penetration, fostering healthier foliage and blooms. Seasonal timing is key for minimizing stress.

Propagation: Propagating chinese alangium involves sowing seeds, potentially after stratification for dormant seeds. Use well-draining soil and maintain moisture without overwatering. Provide warmth for growth and protect seedlings from extreme temperatures. Acclimate them to outdoor conditions before planting in a sunny, spacious location.

Repotting: Chinese alangium is a medium-sized shrub that benefits from repotting every 2-3 years in spring. Use a slightly larger pot with good drainage. After repotting, keep the soil consistently moist and avoid direct sunlight for optimal recovery and healthy growth.

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