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Larix potaninii
Larch
Deciduous tree
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The Larix potaninii plant species is found in E. Asia - S.W. China to E. Tibet. It is a member of the Pinaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Larch.

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Latin Name:  Larix potaninii
Common Name:  Larch
Family:  Pinaceae
Author:  Batal.
 
Known Hazards:  None known
 
Mature Height:  35   Mature Width:  
 
Habitat:  Grows sparingly in moist forests at low elevations, especially by streams. It forms pure stands at higher elevations, especially on moist soils, growing best above 2500m and up to the tree line[109].



Cultivation Notes:  Prefers an open airy position in a light or gravelly well-drained soil[200]. Plants are intolerant of badly drained soils, but they tolerate acid and infertile soils[200]. Succeeds on rocky hill or mountain sides and slopes[200]. A north or east aspect is more suitable than west or south[1]. This species is very cold-hardy when fully dormant, but the trees can be excited into premature growth in Britain by mild spells during the winter and they are then very subject to damage by late frosts and cold winds[1]. Plants generally do not do well in Britain, growing best in the southwest of the country[1, 200]. Hybridizes freely with other members of this genus[200]. Open ground plants, 1 year x 1 year are the best for planting out, do not use container grown plants with spiraled roots[200]. Plants transplant well, even when coming into growth in the spring[200]. Plants in this genus are notably resistant to honey fungus[200].

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