Michelia Alba
Michelia alba is an evergreen tree or large shrub appreciated for its fragrant flowers and glossy foliage. This plant belongs to the magnolia family. The leaves are dark green and leathery, providing an attractive backdrop for the star attraction—the flowers. Michelia alba produces small, waxy, white blossoms with a sweet, jasmine-like fragrance that intensifies in the evening. The aromatic qualities of the flowers make Michelia alba popular in gardens and landscapes, where it is cultivated both for ornamental purposes and for the extraction of essential oils. With its elegant appearance and captivating scent, Michelia alba is a prized addition to tropical and subtropical gardens.
Botanical Name
Magnolia x Alba
Also Known As
Joy Perfume Tree | White Champaca | White Sandalwood | White Jade Orchid | 玉蘭花 | 白玉蘭 | 白玉兰
Specifications
USDA Zone
Light Needs
Watering Needs
Leaves
Life Cycle
Avg. Mature Size
Growth Rate
Bloom Time
Flower Color
10 - 11
Partial - Full Sun
Regularly
Evergreen
Perennial
20' Tall and 15' Wide
Moderate
Year-Round
White