Orixa japonica (Japanese Orixa)

Orixa japonica (Japanese Orixa) with small yellow flower clusters on a green branch close up
Orixa japonica (Japanese Orixa) clusters of yellow flowers emerging from the smooth green foliage

Botanical name: Orixa japonica

Common name: Japanese Orixa

Family: Rutaceae

Origin: Japan

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 5-9

Large shrub 5-10 ft tallPlant form: Large bush
Plant mature sizeMature height: 5-10 ft
Full sunSemi-shadeShadeSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade; shade
Subtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short timeCold tolerance: Tolerates light freezing to about 30°F for short periods (mature plants). Young plants must be protected.
Watering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Regular; moderate
Yellow, orange flowersFlower color: Yellow, orange
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Deciduous plantFoliage: Deciduous
Fragrant plantFragrance: Fragrant; perfume plant
Ethnomedical plant. Plants marked as ethnomedical and/or described as medicinal, are not offered as medicine but rather as ornamentals or plant collectibles. Ethnomedical statements / products have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. We urge all customers to consult a physician before using any supplements, herbals or medicines advertised here or elsewhere.Ethnomedical: Ethnomedical plant, traditionally used in folk or indigenous medicine

Orixa japonica is a deciduous shrub growing to 3 metres (10 ft). Crushed leaves have a citrus fragrance.


Orixa japonica (Japanese Orixa) with small yellow flower clusters on a branch close up.
Orixa japonica (Japanese Orixa) bearing clusters of tiny yellow flowers along a woody branch.


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