The ylang-ylang (pronounced ee-ee-lang lang) is a medium to large tree produces yellow flowers with long petals closing and a strong, aromatic smell. The fragrant flowers used in perfume.
Ylang Ylang
Description: Big trees, sometimes up to 50-75ft high. Of course, growing in hot, humid, humid areas.
Hardness: grows best in frost free climate and must be protected from freezing or near freezing temperatures.
Raised Environment: Grow in full Sunday water regularly. Provide moisture.
Propagation: By seeds, which can take several months to germinate.
Uses: The flowers are used to scent perfumes, cosmetics, lotions and other products. The smell is also used medically for the calming effect.
Native range: Native to Malaysia and Indonesia, but has naturalized in most of the major island groups of the Pacific, northern Australia, Thailand and Vietnam.