Lindera angustifolia - Lindera angustifolia (Care, Characteristics, Distribution, Images)

Lindera angustifolia

Lindera angustifolia is a deciduous shrub hailing from East Asia, featuring slender, willowy branches and lance-shaped leaves that turn vibrant yellow in autumn. Its fragrant yellow flowers bloom in early spring, providing a nectar source for pollinators before many other plants awaken. Adaptable to varied conditions, lindera angustifolia thrives in well-drained soils and wooded landscapes, where its distinctive foliage and bark contribute to its ornamental appeal.

Scientific classification

Species

Lindera angustifolia (Lindera angustifolia)

Laurels, spicebushes and allies

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Perennial

Lifespan

Shrub

Plant Type

1.2 m to 3 m

Plant Height

1.2 m to 1.8 m

Spread

Green

Leaf Color

2.5 cm

Flower Size

Images of Lindera angustifolia

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Multi-stemmed shrub reaching 7-10 feet (2.1-3 meters) tall and 4-6 feet (1.2-1.8 meters) wide.

Seasonal leaf color change from glossy green to vivid red, orange, and purple before turning brown.

Greenish-yellow flowers blooming in late winter to early spring.

Small black drupes measuring 0.2-0.4 inches (5-10 mm) across maturing in fall.

Fruits providing a stark black contrast to foliage, attracting wildlife for seed dispersal.

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Care Guide for Lindera angustifolia

Twice per week

Water

Partial sun

Sunlight

5 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Pruning: Lindera angustifolia is a hardy shrub with aromatic leaves and yellow flowers. Prune in early spring to remove dead branches and thin overcrowded areas for better airflow. Moderate trimming encourages denser growth and more blooms, pruning above a leaf node stimulates new shoots.

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