Phellodendron amurense

Amur corktree

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Large deciduous tree with thick corky bark and pinnate leaves. Hardy ornamental for temperate climates, tolerant of pollution and drought.
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Plant Details

Common Name Amur corktree
Family Rutaceae
Genus Phellodendron
Species Amurense
Origin East Asia (China, Korea, Japan, Russia)
Blooming Small yellow-green flowers in late spring, blue-black berries in autumn.
Leaf Color Bright green turning yellow in autumn
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-drained loamy soil, tolerates various pH levels including slightly alkaline.

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Watering

Moderate watering once established. Drought tolerant. Reduce in winter dormancy significantly.

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Sunlight & Care

Full sun preferred for best growth and bark development. Tolerates partial shade but may become leggy.

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Fertilization

Apply balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring before new growth begins.

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Pruning

Prune in late winter to shape or remove dead wood. Avoid heavy pruning as it heals slowly.

Pest Control Aphid Leaf Miner Scale Insect

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 2 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
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Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 8 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
-31° – 100°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
30% – 90%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
2500 – 100000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
100 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
20% – 70%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
400 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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