Michelia champaca

Michelia champaca Details

Michelia champaca (aka Magnolia champaca), commonly known as Champak or Yellow Jade Orchid Tree, is grown for its highly fragrant flowers in spring which permeates through the air. The flowers are yellow-cream and held amidst lush, green foliage. This evergreen tree can grow to 30 m tall and 10 m wide, but can be contained with trimming. It grows best in full sun on a well-drained, sheltered site. It is tolerant of light frost once established but is recommended for tropical and sub-tropical climates. Michelia champaca is commonly grown as a specimen, planted specifically for its fragrant flowers, or included around outdoor living areas where space permits.