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Rhaphiolepis umbellata Evergreen shrub (1 Page of 5) The Rhaphiolepis umbellata plant species is found in E. Asia - Japan. It is a member of the Rosaceae family. Some home gardeners know the variety as R. japonica. R. ovata. Laurus umbellata. Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses Medicinal | Edible Uses Latin Name: Rhaphiolepis umbellata Family: Rosaceae Author: (Thunb.)Mak. Known Hazards: None known Mature Height: 2.5 Mature Width: 2.5 Habitat: Thickets near the seashore, C. and S. Japan[58].
Cultivation Notes: Requires a well-drained moisture retentive fertile loam or peaty soil in a warm sheltered sunny position[11, 200]. Prefers a position in light shade[202]. An easily grown plant but it is intolerant of dry cold[184]. Judging by its habitat, it should be fairly tolerant of maritime exposure[58]. Plants are tolerant of sea spray[245].
Tolerating temperatures down to about -15°c[200], it is normally hardy at Kew[1].
A polymorphic species[58], there are some named varieties selected for their ornamental value[200].
The plant bears honey-scented hawthorn-like blossoms[245].
Plants do not require pruning[182]. They are of slow to moderate growth rate[202].
Plants resent root disturbance and so are best grown in pots and then planted out into their permanent positions as soon as possible[200].
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