Rhaphiolepis indica Indian hawthorn (Rosaceae) Evergreen shrub

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Rhaphiolepis indica
Indian hawthorn
Evergreen shrub
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The Rhaphiolepis indica plant species is found in E. Asia - S. China from Yunnan eastwards. It is a member of the Rosaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Indian hawthorn. Some home gardeners know the variety as Crataegus indica.

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Latin Name:  Rhaphiolepis indica
Common Name:  Indian hawthorn
Family:  Rosaceae
Author:  Lindl.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  1.5   Mature Width:  2

Habitat:  Found at elevations of 150 - 1600 metres.

Propagation Notes: Seed - best sown as soon as it is ripe in a shady position in a warm greenhouse[78]. Stored seed should be sown in February/March in a warm greenhouse[78]. Germination is variable[78]. When they are large enough to handle, prick the seedlings out into individual pots and grow them on in the greenhouse for at least their first winter. Plant them out into their permanent positions in late spring or early summer, after the last expected frosts. Cuttings of half-ripe wood, 5cm with a heel, September/October in a frame. Fair percentage[78, 113]. Layering[200].

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