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Michelia figo

Banana Shrub

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Evergreen shrub known for banana-scented foliage and fragrant yellow flowers in spring, native to southern China.
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Plant Details

Common Name Banana Shrub
Family Magnoliaceae
Genus Michelia
Species Figo
Origin China
Blooming Spring to early summer, fragrant cream-yellow flowers
Leaf Color Dark green
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly check Yes
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-drained loamy soil with organic matter, pH 6.0-7.5

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Watering

Keep soil moist but not waterlogged, reduce watering during dormancy in winter

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Sunlight & Care

Full sun to partial shade, protects from harsh afternoon sun in summer

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Fertilization

Apply balanced fertilizer monthly during growing season (Spring-Summer)

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Pruning

Prune after flowering to maintain shape and remove dead wood

Pest Control Aphid Scale 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 3 months
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Aug
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
50° – 90°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 80%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
1500 – 30000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
800 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
20% – 65%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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