How long does Polyalthia longifolia take to grow?
two to three weeks
Sown in a free-draining potting mix, most germinate within two to three weeks, and the young seedlings cared for in a nursery for around a year before being planted out. Care is taken when transplanting, not to damage the delicate roots.
Which plant is known as false Ashok?
Polyalthia longifolia
Monoon longifolium, the false ashoka also commonly known by its synonym Polyalthia longifolia, is an Asian small tree species in the family Annonaceae. It is native to southern India and Sri Lanka, but has been widely introduced elsewhere in tropical Asia. This evergreen tree is known to grow over 10 m.
Why is it called false Ashoka tree?
While many people pass it off as the Ashoka tree, this is often called as ‘false’ Ashoka, because it bears a resemblance to the Asoka Tree or Saraca Asoka, the ‘sorrowless’ tree. This tree belongs to the Caesalpiniondeae subfamily of the legume family and holds importance in tradition and religion.
What is a Asopalav tree?
Polyalthia Longifolia is commonly known as Asopalav. Glossy green, long, narrow leaves have attractive wavy edges. The weeping, branching habit of this 25-foot tall tree gives it a narrow columnar shape. Very graceful with its downward-sweeping branchlets and shining green foliage.
What is the lifespan of Ashoka tree?
about 50 years
Flowering in Asoka takes place in the early growth stage. The plant flowers profusely at six to eight years of age and produces fruits during July to October. The tree survives for about 50 years. It is often felled after it reaches 20 years of age for collecting bark.
Is Ashoka evergreen tree?
The ashoka is prized for its beautiful foliage and fragrant flowers. It is a handsome, small, erect evergreen tree, with deep green leaves growing in dense clusters. Its flowering season is around February to April. As a wild tree, the ashoka is a vulnerable species.
Which Ashok tree is best?
Ashok is one of the most legendary and sacred trees of India. The Scientific name of Sita Ashok is Saraca asoca, and it belongs to Leguminosae family. This tree is native to Indian subcontinent & it is found growing naturally in the Western Ghats and the Eastern Himalayas.
What is the family of Polyalthia longifolia?
Custard apples
Monoon longifolium/Family
How do you plant an Asopalav tree?
How to Plant Ashoka tree:
- Ashoka tree is easily propagated by seeds.
- Seeds can be obtained from pods in the Monsoon.
- Seeds are sown in poly bags and seedlings are allowed to grow in semi-shade.
- One-year-old seedlings raised in a nursery can be planted in 3 x 3 ft pits.