Hovenia dulcis

Japanese Raisin Tree

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Common Name: 

Japanese Raisin Tree

Plant Type: 

Flower color: 

Foliage color: 

Green

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Maximum temperature: 

30°C

Minimum temperature: 

7°C

Maximum height: 

1525 cm

Maximum width: 

760 cm

Japanese Raisin Tree (Hovenia dulcis) - Description

Hovenia dulcis, the oriental raisin tree, is a hardy tree found from Asia, over Eastern China (万寿果) and Korea to the Himalayas (up to altitudes of 2,000 m), growing preferably in a sunny position on moist sandy or loamy soils. The tree has been introduced as an ornamental tree to several countries, and the fruit is also edible.

Japanese Raisin Tree (Hovenia dulcis) - Blooming

Blooms in midsummer with small, creamy colored flowers followed by reddish brown fruits that ripen in early fall..

Japanese Raisin Tree (Hovenia dulcis) - Growth

Does best with full sun. Flourishes in long, hot summers. Needs little tending, but litters twigs, fruits, and leaves.

Japanese Raisin Tree (Hovenia dulcis) - Planting

Sow seeds as soon as they are ripe, or use half-hardened summer cuttings.

Japanese Raisin Tree (Hovenia dulcis) - Pest

The only real problem is coral spot.

Japanese Raisin Tree (Hovenia dulcis) - Interesting facts

Flowers and fruits of Hovenia may not always bloom if the plant is grown in an area with cool summers.

Japanese Raisin Tree (Hovenia dulcis) - Soil and irrigation

Does best with sandy or loamy, neutral-slightly alkaline soil that is well-draining.

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