Styrax japonicus

Japanese Snowbell

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Deciduous ornamental shrub/tree with fragrant white bell-shaped flowers in spring and vibrant red autumn foliage.
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Plant Details

Common Name Japanese Snowbell
Family Styracaceae
Genus Styrax
Species Japonicus
Origin Japan, Korea
Blooming Spring, white fragrant flowers
Leaf Color Green turning red/orange in autumn
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly check Yes
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Acidic, rich in organic matter, well-drained loamy or sandy soil. Sensitive to alkaline conditions.

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Watering

Keep soil consistently moist during growing season. Reduce watering during winter dormancy but do not let dry out completely.

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Sunlight & Care

Prefers full sun for best flowering and color, tolerates partial shade especially in hot climates.

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Fertilization

Apply slow-release balanced fertilizer in early spring before new growth. Avoid high nitrogen late summer.

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Pruning

Prune lightly after flowering to shape. Remove dead wood and suckers. Best performed in late spring.

Pest Control Aphid 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 2 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 9 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
41° – 90°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 75%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
2000 – 35000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
5 – 20
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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Common Problems

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