Water
Water regularly, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Reduce watering during cooler months. Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot, especially in containers.
Check the top inch of soil; if dry, it's time to water.
Also known as Cananga Tree · Dwarf Ylang-Ylang Tree · Ilang-Ilang
Ylang-Ylang Tree (Cananga odorata) is a tropical evergreen tree known for its highly fragrant, star-shaped yellow flowers used in perfumes and aromatherapy.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Partial Shade
75% intensity
Prefers bright, indirect light or morning sun; protect from intense afternoon sun.
Consistent Moisture
50% intensity
Keep soil evenly moist but well-drained.
Well-drained, fertile loam
50% intensity
Warm
75% intensity
Requires warm temperatures, ideally between 20-30°C. Protect from frost.
Moderate
50% intensity
Fertilize during growing season with balanced liquid fertilizer.
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 regularly, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Reduce watering during cooler months. Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot, especially in containers.
Check the top inch of soil; if dry, it's time to water.
Prune to shape the tree and encourage bushier growth. Remove any dead, damaged, or crossing branches.
Light pruning can be done at any time, but major pruning is best performed after flowering to maximize bloom production and maintain desired form.
Propagate by seeds, which require warm temperatures and consistent moisture for germination. Cuttings can also be taken from semi-hardwood in summer, treated with rooting hormone, and kept in a humid environment until roots form.
Repot young trees every 1-2 years, or when root-bound, typically in spring. Use a well-draining potting mix. For mature trees, repotting may only be necessary every 3-5 years.
Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current one.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Ylang-Ylang Tree (Cananga odorata)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Magnoliales |
| Family | Annonaceae |
| Genus | Cananga |
| Species | Cananga odorata |
Similar in genus Cananga
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