Cananga odorata

Ylang-Ylang

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Tropical evergreen tree known for intensely fragrant yellow-green flowers. Widely cultivated in Southeast Asia for essential oils and perfumery.
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Plant Details

Common Name Ylang-Ylang
Family Annonaceae
Genus Cananga
Species Odorata
Origin Southeast Asia
Blooming Fragrant flowers year-round in tropics, seasonal indoors
Leaf Color Dark glossy green
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly check Yes
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Rich, well-draining mix of peat, perlite and organic matter

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Watering

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged; high humidity essential

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Sunlight & Care

Requires full sun to partial shade for optimal flowering and oil production

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Fertilization

Apply balanced liquid fertilizer monthly during active growth phase

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Pruning

Prune to maintain shape and remove dead or diseased branches

Pest Control Aphid Mealybug Scale Insect Spider Mite

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 8 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
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Aug
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Mar
Apr
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
64° – 95°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
60% – 90%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
2500 – 30000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1800 – 3400
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
25% – 75%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
400 – 2200
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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