Botanical Name: Common Names:
Melia azedarach White Cedar, Chinaberry Tree, Bead Tree, Cape Lilac, Persian Lilac, Indian Lilac,
Native: Foliage Type:
Yes Deciduous
Plant Type: Plant Habit:
Trees Broad Domed, V-Shaped
Description:
A hardy Australian native that is widely used as a street tree or in parks and gardens. Attractive perfumed purple/lilac and white flowers arrive in spring with dark green foliage until turning golden in autumn. Very hardy tree in most positions.
Mature Height: Mature Width:
10-25m 4-10m
Position: Soil Type:
Full Sun Any, Well Drained
Landscape Use(s)
Bird Attracting, Feature, Formal Garden, Fragrant Garden, Low Water Garden, Mass Planting, Park And Gardens, Native Garden, Shade Tree
Pests & Diseases: Generally trouble free
Cultural Notes:
Plant Care
Keep moist during dry periods, Mulch well
Family Name: Origin:
Meliaceae Australia
Characteristics
Foliage Colour: Green, Yellow
Flower Colour: Purple
Flower Fragrant: Yes
Flowering Season: Spring, Summer
Fruit: Yes
Requirements Tolerances
Growth Rate: Fast
Maintenance Level: Low
Water Usage: Low, Medium / Moderate
Drought: Medium / Moderate
Frost: Moderate
Wind: High
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