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Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: warm stratify for 120 days, cold stratify for 60 days

Germination: sow seed 3/8" deep , tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Other: pick seeds with radicles out of warm strat. then give them the cold strat.

Native to: Florida

Native

Introduced

Chionanthus pygmaeusChionanthus pygmaeus

Pygmy Fringetree

In Stock: 0.496 lb (Total:0.496lb)

Chionanthus pygmaeus

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Details

Germination:

98%

Germination test:

Cut (Full Seed)

Purity:

99%

Seeds per lb:

781

Quantity:

0.5 lb

Collected in:

Georgia
Fayette County

Crop year:

2024

Min. hardiness zone:

Item ID:

1835081

Characteristics

Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: warm stratify for 120 days, cold stratify for 60 days

Germination: sow seed 3/8" deep , tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Other: pick seeds with radicles out of warm strat. then give them the cold strat.

Native to: Florida

Native

Introduced

Pygmy Fringe Tree, scientifically known as Chionanthus pygmaeus, is an extraordinary shrub native to the harsh, sandy terrains of central Florida. Adapted to enduring fires that sweep its habitat every 20 to 70 years, it thrives in open, sandy patches utilizing its above-ground stems that grow from their rootstalks. This attribute enables it to regenerate even when fires occur. Yet, despite its resilience, this rare species, recognized for pleasant-smelling white flowers, is federally listed as endangered due to extensive land clearing for residential development and citrus production. Most of its population remains small, with only 46 known occurrences as of 2010. Its charming characteristic trait, the fringelike appearance due to the drooping panicle packed with many narrow corolla lobes, has led to the plant's unique name. Pygmy Fringe Tree is a close relative of Asian and American fringe trees and shares their characteristics, yet it only grows to four feet due to its harsh natural environment. Protect this treasure by supporting habitat protection and responsible land development practices.