Meliosma cuneifolia Sich.1472

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  1. wcutler

    wcutler Paragon of Plants Forums Moderator VCBF Cherry Scout 10 Years

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    Accession: 031779-0571-1995
    Location: Asian Garden, Upper Asian Way before the underpass
    Date: July 11, 2012

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    Ron B Paragon of Plants 10 Years

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    Similar effect to Holodiscus and Sorbaria.
     
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    wcutler Paragon of Plants Forums Moderator VCBF Cherry Scout 10 Years

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    Here are the fruits on this Meliosma cuneifolia.
     

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    Douglas Justice Well-Known Member UBC Botanical Garden Forums Administrator Forums Moderator VCBF Cherry Scout Maple Society 10 Years

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    Yes, but whereas Holodiscus flowers smell dusty and those of Sorbaria are awful (or worse), Meliosma flowers have a sublimely sweet aroma.
     
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