Citharexylum spinosum (Fiddlewood tree)
Posted: August 17th, 2013, 9:17 am
| Botanical Name | Citharexylum spinosum |
| Family | Verbenaceae |
| Local Name in Urdu | Din ka raja |
| Common Name | Fiddlewood tree |
| Life Cycle | Evergreen/ considered deciduous in colder areas |
| Cultivar Name | NA |
| Fragrant or Not | Highly fragrant |
| Category(Bush/Vine/Tree) | Tree |
| Height | Can grow up tp 40 ft |
| Spacing | Solitary tree |
| Flowering Months | Spring/ Summer |
| Flower Color | White |
| Growing Areas | Tropical plant |
| Frost Tender | Yes |
| Exposure | Full sun |
| Soil pH | Tolerant |
| Propagation | Stem cuttings, air layering |
| Uses | Ornamental tree |
| Other Details | Fiddlewood tree is a common sight in many cities of Pakistan, where it is grown for its fast growing ability and highly scented flowers. The fragrance is reminescent of Neem tree flowers. Leaves may acquire slighlty orangish tinge in the fall time. It is a multi-stemmed tree with a round crown. It is a called a fiddle tree because its wood was used for making stringed instruments. All parts of this plant are considered toxic. Image reference: Wikipedia |