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Machilus nanmu (Machilus nanmu)

Machilus nanmu is a large evergreen tree native to China, prized for its valuable timber and attractive foliage. It is also known as Phoebe nanmu.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Watering

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.

Soil

Requires well-drained, fertile soil. Slightly acidic to neutral pH is ideal.

Temperature

Thrives in moderate temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced fertilizer in spring and mid-summer.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Protect young plants from intense sun.

Water

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.

Reduce watering in winter.

Soil

Requires well-drained, fertile soil. Slightly acidic to neutral pH is ideal.

Temperature

Thrives in moderate temperatures.

Ideal range 15-25°C.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced fertilizer in spring and mid-summer.

Avoid over-fertilizing.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Tree

Plant Category

Foliage, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

20-30 m

Spread

10-15 m

Growth Rate

Slow to Moderate

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple

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Synonyms
Machilus pingii W.C.Cheng ex Yen C.Yang
Persea nanmu Oliv.
Persea pingii (W.C.Cheng ex Yen C.Yang) Kosterm.
Phoebe nanmu (Oliv.) Gamble
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderLaurales
  • familyLauraceae
  • genusMachilus
  • speciesMachilus nanmu
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

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