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Viburnum odoratissimum Evergreen shrub (1 Page of 5) The Viburnum odoratissimum plant species is found in E. Asia - China, Japan, India, Burma. It is a member of the Caprifoliaceae family. Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses Medicinal | Edible Uses Latin Name: Viburnum odoratissimum Family: Caprifoliaceae Author: Ker-Gawl. Known Hazards: None known Mature Height: 5 Mature Width: 5 Habitat: Found at heights of up to 1,200 metres in the Himalayas.
Cultivation Notes: An easily grown plant, it succeeds in most soils but is ill-adapted for poor soils and for dry situations[1]. It prefers a deep rich loamy soil in sun or semi-shade[11, 200]. Best if given shade from the early morning sun in spring[200].
Plants are not very hardy in Britain, they do not succeed in the London area but make handsome bushes in the southwestern counties[11].
Plants are self-incompatible and need to grow close to a genetically distinct plant in the same species in order to produce fruit and fertile seed[11, 200].
There is at least one named variety, selected for its ornamental value[200]. 'Nanum' has a dwarf habit[200].
The flowers are sweetly scented[245].
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