Melia azedarach (Chinaberry Tree) - Image 38

Botanical name: Melia azedarach

Common names: Chinaberry Tree, Indian Lilac, Pride of India, White Cedar

Family: Meliaceae

Origin: Southeast Asia

Hardiness: 10°F

USDA Plant Hardiness MapSmall tree 10-20 ftSemi-shadeFull sunModerate waterRegular waterBlue, lavender, purple flowersPink flowersToxic or PoisonousEthnomedical plant.
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Melia azedarach
Flowers of Melia azedarach (Chinaberry Tree) - fragrant, star-shaped blooms in soft lilac and purple tones.


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