CANANGA ODORATA - YLANG YLANG.
Common name
Alangilang, ylang ylang, ilang ilang.
Family
Annonaceae (Annona family).
Overview
Originally from Indonesia, this medium sized evergreen tropical tree is now also
growing in Suriname. Cananga is growing up to 70' tall and has simple alternate leaves.
The star-shaped flowers, from which the essential oil is derived, are yellow and very fragrant.
Ylang Ylang also has medicinal properties; it is used in aromatherapy (alternative treatment) and can slow down
rapid breathing and rapid heart rate.
The black avoids fruits have many black seeds. The oil made from the flowers has a calming
effect.
Hardiness
USDA zone 9B - 11.
Propagation
Seeds.
Culture
Full sun and wet moist soil. Protect from frost or plant in frost free
spots. It can be kept as a container plant; indoors in the cooler zones.
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