Melia azederach

Chinaberry

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Common Name:

Chinaberry

Plant Type:

Flower color:

Blue

Foliage color:

Green

Sun (From 0 to 5):

3

Water (From 0 to 5):

2

Maximum temperature:

40°C

Minimum temperature:

7°C

Maximum height:

1220 cm

Maximum width:

1065 cm

Chinaberry (Melia azederach) - Description

M. azedarach is native to China and northern India. It bears rich green 1 to 3 feet long leaves that are cut into many toothed, narrow or oval leaflets. It produces loose clusters of lilac flowers that are fragrant in the evening in spring or early summer. Following the blossoms are berrylike, yellow fruits about half an inch wide.

Chinaberry (Melia azederach) - Blooming

In spring or early summer, bears loose clusters of lilac flowers, fragrant in evening. Followed by hard, half inch berry like fruit that is poisonous if ingested.

Chinaberry (Melia azederach) - Growth

30-50 foot deciduous tree, spreading, irregular habit. Leaves 1-3 feet long, with many toothed, narrow or oval leaflets 1-2 inches long. Brittle wood, vulnerable to storm damage. Grows best in full sun with protection from winds.

Chinaberry (Melia azederach) - Planting

Sow seeds in spring. Can also propagate with softwood cuttings in summer.

Chinaberry (Melia azederach) - Pest

Spider mites and scale insects. Other problems include canker, dieback, root rot, powdery mildew, mushroom root rot, and anthracnose, all of which occur occasionally.

Chinaberry (Melia azederach) - Interesting facts

Although toxic to humans, the fruits are perfectly fine for birds to eat. Its bead-like seeds were once used to make rosaries before the widespread use of plastics.