Friday, 12 February 2016

Syringa vulgaris


  • Common Name - common lilac
  • Botanical Name - Syringa vulgaris
  • Family - Oleaceae
  • Bud - opposite
  • Stem/Bark - brown, smooth, multi-stemmed
  • Leaf - simple, pinnate veins, ovate shape, acuminate apex, obtuse base, entire margin
  • Flower - panicle inflorescence, showy, violet, fragrant, April - May
  • Fruit - capsule, brown, August - September
  • Habit - stiffly upright
  • Form - irregular
  • Size - 5 - 7 m
  • Culture - full sun, alkaline/well drained soil
  • Use - specimen plant, spring interest

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