Chinese guger tree

Chinese guger tree (Schima superba)

Chinese guger tree, also known as Chinese guger-tree, Needlewood

The Chinese guger tree (Schima superba) is renowned for its glossy leaves and appealing white flowers. While it can reach great heights in its natural habitat, it is often cultivated to a smaller, more manageable size for gardens. This tree is notably effective in reforesting degraded shrublands, as it thrives in synergy with nearby shrubs.

Key Facts About Chinese guger tree

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Attributes of Chinese guger tree

Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Tree
Plant Height
25 m
Spread
1.5 m to 3 m
Leaf Color
Green
Flower Size
1 cm to 1.5 cm
Flower Color
White Yellow

Scientific Classification of Chinese guger tree

Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Dicotyledons
Order
Heathers and allies
Family
Tea
Genus
Schima
Species
Chinese guger tree