Encyclopedia · Magnoliaceae · Michelia alba
TreeCouncil listed
Michelia alba
White Sandalwood
Michelia · Magnoliaceae
White Sandalwood (Michelia alba) is a exotic tree included in the City of Sydney tree species list. Council data indicates approximately 12 m high and 8 m spread, with a oval canopy form. Its noted amenity value is prominent flowers. Its recorded local performance is very reliable. Final selection should still account for available soil volume, services, exposure and the mature canopy required on the site.
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Classification
Genus
Michelia
Family
Magnoliaceae
Common name
White Sandalwood
Climate
temperate, subtropical, urban
Michelia alba belongs to the Michelia genus within the Magnoliaceae family. It performs reliably across temperate, subtropical, urban zones in our experience.
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Cultivation
Care sheet.
Water
Establishment watering; monitor during extended drought
Light
Part Shade
Soil
Site-appropriate soil with adequate rooting volume
Growth rate
Moderate
Mature size
12 m H × 8 m W
Landscape use
Maintain current usage
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Further reading
- 01Tree species list - urban suitability and selection attributes — City of Sydney
