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Osmanthus decorus Evergreen shrub (1 Page of 5) The Osmanthus decorus plant species is found in W. Asia - N.E. Turkey to Georgia. It is a member of the Oleaceae family. Some home gardeners know the variety as Phillyrea decora. P. laurifolia. P. vilmoriniana. Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses Medicinal | Edible Uses Latin Name: Osmanthus decorus Family: Oleaceae Author: (Boiss.&Bal.)Kasapl. Known Hazards: None known Mature Height: 3 Mature Width: 0.5 Habitat: Mixed deciduous or mixed Fagus - Picea forests and the sides of gorges, 1000 - 1600 metres in Turkey[93, 184].
Propagation Notes: Seed - best sown as soon as it is ripe in a cold frame[200]. Stored seed probably germinates best if it is given 3 months warm then 3 months cold stratification before sowing[113]. The seed usually takes 6 - 18 months to germinate, it should be pricked out into individual pots when it is large enough to handle. Grow the plants on for their first winter in the greenhouse and plant them out in early summer.
Cuttings of half-ripe wood taken at the end of July, in a frame with bottom heat[11].
Cuttings of almost ripe wood, 7 - 12cm with a heel, September/October in a cold frame. A good percentage. Plant out in the spring 18 months later[78].
Layering in spring[200] or autumn[78]. Partially sever the layer leads in the following late summer and plant out in the autumn. High percentage[78].
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