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Dendrobenthamia Hongkongensis (Cornus hongkongensis)

Cornus hongkongensis, the Hong Kong Dogwood, is an evergreen tree native to southern China and Vietnam, noted for its white bracts and red fruit.

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Sunlight

Prefers partial shade to full sun.

Watering

Keep soil consistently moist.

Soil

Requires well-drained, fertile soil rich in organic matter. Slightly acidic to neutral pH is ideal.

Temperature

Thrives in moderate temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Feed annually in spring.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers partial shade to full sun.

Protect from intense afternoon sun in hot climates.

Water

Keep soil consistently moist.

Avoid waterlogging and complete drying out.

Soil

Requires well-drained, fertile soil rich in organic matter. Slightly acidic to neutral pH is ideal.

Temperature

Thrives in moderate temperatures.

Ideal range 15-25 °C.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Feed annually in spring.

Use balanced slow-release fertilizer and compost.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Tree

Plant Category

Flowering, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

8-15 m

Spread

5-8 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple

Flower Size

3-4 cm

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Synonyms
Benthamia hongkongensis (Hemsl.) Nakai
Benthamidia hongkongensis (Hemsl.) H.Hara
Cynoxylon hongkongense (Hemsl.) Nakai
Dendrobenthamia hongkongensis (Hemsl.) Hutch.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderCornales
  • familyCornaceae
  • genusCornus
  • speciesCornus hongkongensis
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

Rating: 0/5

Edible

No

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