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Growing Info

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

Stratification: cold stratify for 90 days

Germination: seed may start to germinate in cold strat., sow seed 1/8" deep , tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Native to: China, China (Fujian, Guangdong, Guangxi, Hunan, Jiangsu, Jiangxi, Zhejiang)

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Myrica rubraMyrica rubra

Chinese Bayberry, Waxberry, Yangmei, Yumberry

In Stock: 4.556 lb (Total:4.556lb)

Myrica rubra

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4.56 lb

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Germination:

98%

Germination test:

Cut (Full Seed)

Purity:

99%

Seeds per lb:

1,416

Quantity:

4.56 lb

Collected in:

China

Crop year:

2023

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Item ID:

1834199

Characteristics

Growing Info

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

Stratification: cold stratify for 90 days

Germination: seed may start to germinate in cold strat., sow seed 1/8" deep , tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Native to: China, China (Fujian, Guangdong, Guangxi, Hunan, Jiangsu, Jiangxi, Zhejiang)

Native

Introduced

Discover the vibrant allure of Myrica rubra, commonly known as Chinese Bayberry, Yang-mei, or Yumberry—a subtropical evergreen revered for its luscious berries and striking beauty. Native to the misty mountains of East Asia, including China, Japan, and Korea, this tree has graced landscapes and delighted palates for over 2,000 years. With its elegant, spherical canopy reaching heights of 33–66 feet, Myrica rubra boasts glossy, serrated leaves and intriguing, dioecious flowering. The fruit, a masterpiece of nature, is a knobby, thick-skinned berry whose vivid hues range from crimson red to purple, enclosing a singular seed. Savor its sweet-tart flavor, enjoyed fresh or transformed into juices, wines, and dried delicacies. As a nod to its legacy, Yumberry juice has been commercialized internationally, elevating this superfruit's status. Though demanding patience and care in its growth, once established, this botanical gem delivers bountiful harvests and a visual feast, making it a prized addition to any garden or orchard.