Artabotrys hexapetalus (Ylang Ylang Vine) - Video 1

Botanical names: Artabotrys hexapetalus, Artabotrys odoratissimus, Artabotrys uncinatus

Common names: Ylang Ylang Vine, Bhandari Vine, Climbing Lang-Lang, Tail Grape, Ilang-Ilang

Family: Annonaceae

Origin: Tropical Asia

USDA Zone: 9-11

Large shrub 5-10 ft tallPlant form: Large bush
Plant mature sizeMature height: 5-10 ft
Full sunSemi-shadeSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade
Cold toleranceCold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyWatering: Regular
Yellow, orange flowersFlower color: Yellow, orange
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Fragrant plantFragrance: Fragrant; perfume plant
Plant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsWildlife: Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds
Artabotrys hexapetalus


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Artabotrys hexapetalus (Ylang Ylang Vine) lime green flower close up on brown woody stem

Ylang Ylang vine - strong fragrance of flowers resembles lemon candy and melon. Woody climber, can become dense evergreen shrub bearing extremely fragrant canary yellow or light green flowers, turning yellow with age. Absolutely intoxicating fragrance! Once picked flowers are very long lasting and hold the scent for days, if kept in water, permeating an entire room.

Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Pikake - Fragrant Flower Booster
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500 ml (16 oz)
$19.95
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Grown in
6"/1 gal pot
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$49.95