Water
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Reduce watering in winter to prevent waterlogging. Ensure good drainage to avoid root rot, as this species prefers consistently moist but not soggy conditions.
Machilus Breviflorus is an evergreen tree native to China, often cultivated for its ornamental value and potential timber. It features glossy leaves and panicles of small
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Partial Shade
50% intensity
Prefers bright, indirect light. Avoid direct, intense sunlight, which can scorch the leaves.
Consistent Moisture
50% intensity
Keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged, especially during active growth.
Well-drained, loamy
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 15-25°C. Protect from frost and extreme heat.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted during the growing season.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
None
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Reduce watering in winter to prevent waterlogging. Ensure good drainage to avoid root rot, as this species prefers consistently moist but not soggy conditions.
Prune lightly in late winter or early spring to remove dead, damaged, or crossing branches. Maintain desired shape and size. Avoid heavy pruning as it may stress the plant.
Propagate from seeds sown in spring or from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer. Seeds may require stratification. Cuttings need a warm, humid environment to root successfully.
Repot young plants annually or every two years in spring. Mature plants can be repotted every 3-4 years. Use a well-draining potting mix and a pot one size larger than the current one.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
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Photos of Machilus Breviflorus (Machilus breviflorus)
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Laurales |
| Family | Lauraceae |
| Genus | Machilus |
| Species | Machilus breviflorus |
Similar in genus Machilus
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