Storax tree - Styrax officinalis (Care, Characteristics, Flower, Images)

Storax tree

Also known as: Storax, Snowdrop bush, Officinal styrax

Storax tree (Styrax officinalis) is also called the snowbell or snowdrop bush because of its drooping, fragrant white flowers. Storax is the name of the resin that seeps from the plant's stem, which in ancient times was used in perfumes and incense. Its fruits still are sometimes made into rosary beads.

Scientific classification

Species

Storax tree (Styrax officinalis)

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Spring, Summer, Fall

Harvest Time

1.8 m to 5 m

Plant Height

5 m

Spread

2 cm

Flower Size

White

Flower Color

Deciduous

Leaf type

15 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

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Distribution of Storax tree

Distribution Map

Storax tree is a plant originally from the temperate and subtropical regions of the Mediterranean Basin and the Middle East. Over time, it has been introduced and cultivated in various parts of Western Europe. Its presence ranges from indigenous areas on the shores of the Mediterranean and Aegean Seas to managed cultivation in temperate Western European regions.

Native

Cultivated

Invasive

Introduced

No species reported

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Habitat

Dry rocky slopes, woods, thickets, streamsides

Hemisphere Trend Curve

Northern

Sorthern

Care Guide for Storax tree

Every 3 weeks

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

15 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Water: Storax tree prefers balanced moisture, thriving in regions with moderate rainfall. It tolerates drought but requires watering every three weeks to avoid waterlogging. Typically an outdoor plant, its growth cycle is aligned with seasonal precipitation for optimal water uptake.

Fertilize: To cultivate storax tree effectively, apply balanced fertilizers in early spring and mid-summer, following product instructions. Young storax tree need minimal amounts; mature storax tree require consistent feeding. Water after fertilization to enhance nutrient uptake, adjusting quantities based on the plant's growth cycle.

Pruning: Storax tree features fragrant white flowers and a rounded canopy. Prune in late spring post-bloom to shape and enhance growth. Remove dead or crowded branches just above outward-facing buds to promote recovery and flowering, while ensuring good air circulation. Use clean, sharp tools for best results.

Propagation: The deciduous shrub storax tree features showy white flowers and pleasant scent, thriving in well-draining soil with moderate light. Propagate using semi-hardwood cuttings from healthy plants, ensuring adequate length and nodes. Apply rooting hormone and provide a nurturing medium, consistent hydration, and good aeration for a strong root system.

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