• Melia azedarach young slender tree with sparse green leaves in black nursery pot
  • Melia azedarach delicate pale purple flowers with dark purple stamens and green foliage
  • Melia azedarach young seedling with slender stem and bright green compound leaves
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Melia azedarach

Melia azedarach

€32,00 EUR
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Plant Description

The Melia azedarach stands out as a striking Asian ornamental tree admired for its graceful shape and fragrant blooms. People often call it the Chinaberry or Pride of India, names that reflect its popularity and cultural significance. This tree belongs to the Melia genus, known for its delicate foliage and elegant floral displays that brighten landscapes worldwide.

The Melia azedarach tree features clusters of lilac-colored flowers that create a stunning visual contrast against its lush green leaves. Gardeners appreciate the Melia azedarach species for its adaptability and ornamental value. Its botanical charm extends to the seed pods, often called the bead tree fruit, which add texture and interest to its overall appearance.

  • Produces fragrant lilac flowers in attractive clusters
  • Displays delicate, finely divided green leaves
  • Boasts ornamental seed pods resembling beads
  • Offers a rounded, elegant tree shape
  • Originates from Asia, enriching diverse landscapes

Originating from Asia, the Melia azedarach enriches gardens with its unique form and floral appeal. Known also as Persian lilac, it complements various landscape designs with ease. The tree’s botanical and ornamental features make it a prized choice for those seeking beauty and cultural heritage in one plant.


IMPORTANT: The pictures show the mother plant, which is not for sale. The offer includes a plant with the dimensions stated in the description.

Botanical family: Meliaceae

Botanical genus: Melia

Botanical species: Melia azedarach

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Cultivation

Soil type: Tolerates a wide range of soils including sandy, loamy, or clay-rich types; prefers well-drained conditions but is adaptable to poorer soils.

Watering frequency: Moderate water needs; drought-tolerant once established. Water regularly in the first two years.

Light exposure: Thrives in full sun; tolerates partial shade but with reduced flowering.

Temperature requirements: Prefers 20°C–35°C (68°F–95°F); tolerates brief drops to -5°C (23°F) but young plants are frost-sensitive.

Fertilization: Generally low nutrient requirements; apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring for best growth.

Pruning: Prune in late winter or early spring to shape the canopy and remove any dead or weak branches.

Common pests: Relatively pest-resistant; occasional issues with caterpillars or leaf spot in humid regions.

Other care practices: Seeds can be invasive; monitor spread in non-native regions. Not recommended for planting near livestock due to fruit toxicity.

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Disclaimer: Be aware that most plants change across seasons. If present foliage, could have been fallen or change in its color.

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