A truly unique and highly sought-after tropical evergreen, this plant is a hidden gem for any gardener seeking an unparalleled aromatic experience. Unlike traditional blooms, its charm lies in an extraordinary, pervasive fragrance.
The Aglaia odorata produces a profusion of tiny, spherical, yellow-gold flowers in delicate clusters throughout the warmer months. These inconspicuous, 'berry-like' blooms are intensely aromatic, releasing a sweet, citrusy scent often compared to concentrated lemon, jasmine, or even fine tea. The fragrance is most pronounced in warm, humid conditions and is powerful enough to perfume an entire room or garden area, making it an exceptional sensory addition to your home or landscape.
This adaptable plant typically matures as a dense, upright, and bushy shrub or small tree, reaching 10 to 20 feet tall in tropical landscapes (USDA Zones 9-11). However, its versatile nature means it can be easily maintained at 4 to 6 feet as a fragrant hedge, or expertly sculpted into elegant bonsai specimens and topiaries. Its lush, glossy, medium green pinnate leaves provide attractive year-round evergreen foliage, resembling orange jasmine or boxwood.
The Chinese Perfume Bush thrives in bright, indirect light to partial shade, preferring protection from intense afternoon sun. It appreciates consistent moisture with excellent drainage and requires protection from frost. It excels as a container plant, making it an outstanding and highly rewarding choice for bringing its intoxicating aroma indoors to colder climates, where it becomes a cherished, perfumed houseplant.
Also known as Chinese Rice Plant or Mock Lemon, the Aglaia odorata offers a continuous symphony of scent, making it a captivating focal point for patios, sunrooms, or garden beds.
Condition: This product is one (1) young, starter-sized plant intended for a gardener to grow to its mature size. You may expect a starter-size plant to be well-rooted, have a root zone of approximately 4 inches in diameter, be a minimum of about 6 to 8 inches tall, and have no blooms or buds on arrival. It may be shipped with or without a pot, as appropriate.
Plants are guaranteed to arrive in healthy, viable condition. This warranty is contingent upon the Seller receiving prompt notification of any issues or concerns with the plant\'s condition or appearance.
This notification must be received within 24 hours of delivery and include in-focus photos that clearly show the plant issue, shipping box, and address label. No other additional, extended, or long-term warranty is expressed or implied.
- Brand: Emerald Goddess Gardens
- Common Name: Chinese Perfume Bush, Mock Lemon
- Bloom Form: Unique to the species
- Mature Size: 15 to 20 feet
- Fragrance: Light lemon-like
- Suggested Uses: Hedge, Tree, Specimen, Bonsai
- House Plant Adapative: Yes but may require supplemental lighting
- Country of Origin: USA
- Limited Conditional Warranty: Healthy Arrival
- Extended Long Term Warranty: None
- Manufacturer:Emerald Goddess Gardens TM
- Climate: Semi-Tropical
- Color: Yellow
- Special Features: Unusual berry like fragrant flower
- Species: Aglaia odorata
- Sunlight: Full sun to light shade
- USDA Hardiness Zone: 9,10,11
- Watering: Moderate
