Michelia champaca (Champak)


Botanical Information

FamilyMagnoliaceae
GenusMichelia
Specieschampaca
CategoryTropicals

Description and Growing Information

HabitatIndia, Java, and the Philippines
Leaf DescriptionGlossy bright green leaves to 16 cm.
Flower DescriptionProduces fragrant orange, yellow, or creamy white flowers in the spring. The flowers of this plant produce an essential oil that is used in perfume.

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