Ylang Ylang Plant — Cananga odorata | Perfume Tree | Intensely Fragrant Flowering TreeYlang Ylang (Cananga odorata) is one of the world’s most celebrated fragrance trees — the source of the iconic ylang ylang essential oil used in Chanel No. 5 and countless luxury perfumes. Its drooping clusters of star-shaped, greenish-yellow flowers release an intoxicating, sweet floral fragrance that fills the entire garden. A truly extraordinary tree for any tropical garden.Plant Details Botanical Name: Cananga odorata Common Names: Ylang Ylang, Perfume Tree, Flower of Flowers, Cananga Family: Annonaceae Plant Type: Evergreen tropical flowering tree Height: 5–15 metres at maturity Flower Colour: Greenish-yellow, star-shaped, pendulous clusters Flowering Season: Year-round in warm climates; peak summer to monsoon Fragrance: Intensely sweet, exotic floral — one of the world’s finest natural fragrances Growing Conditions Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade Watering: Regular; keep soil consistently moist Soil: Fertile, well-draining loamy soil Fertilizer: Monthly balanced NPK; organic compost twice yearly Container Suitability: Young plants in large containers; best planted in ground Landscaping Uses: Garden specimen, avenue tree, courtyard feature, fragrant garden Care Guide Fast grower in warm, humid tropical conditions Prune to maintain desired height and shape — can be kept as a large shrub Flowers are most fragrant in the evening and early morning Thrives in Kerala’s warm, humid climate year-round Customer FAQsQ: Is this the same Ylang Ylang used in perfumes?A: Yes — Cananga odorata is the source of ylang ylang essential oil, one of the most prized ingredients in luxury perfumery worldwide.Q: How fast does it grow?A: Very fast — one of the fastest-growing tropical trees, capable of reaching 5+ metres within 3–4 years.Q: Can I extract essential oil from the flowers?A: The flowers can be used for steam distillation to extract essential oil at home, though commercial extraction requires specialised equipment.✓ Nursery Fresh ✓ Healthy Dispatch ✓ Secure Packaging ✓ Expert Support ✓ WhatsApp AssistanceShipping: ₹80/kg within Kerala. Outside Kerala: no refund/replacement for transit damage. Continuous opening video required for Kerala claims.Images are representative. Minor natural variation in size, colour, and growth stage is expected and not a defect.
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