Littleleaf Mock Orange (Microphyllus)

The Littleleaf Mock Orange (Microphyllus) is generally described as a perennial shrub. This is native to the U.S. (United States) has its most active growth period in the spring and summer . The Littleleaf Mock Orange (Microphyllus) has green foliage and inconspicuous white flowers, with a moderate amount of conspicuous black fruits or seeds. The greatest bloom is usually observed in the spring, with fruit and seed production starting in the summer and continuing until fall. Leaves are not retained year to year. The Littleleaf Mock Orange (Microphyllus) has a moderate life span relative to most other plant species and a moderate growth rate. At maturity, the typical Littleleaf Mock Orange (Microphyllus) will reach up to 15 feet high, with a maximum height at 20 years of 10 feet.

The Littleleaf Mock Orange (Microphyllus) is usually not commercially available except under contract. It can be propagated by bare root, container, cuttings, seed. It has a slow ability to spread through seed production and the seedlings have medium vigor. Note that cold stratification is not required for seed germination and the plant cannot survive exposure to temperatures below -23°F. has high tolerance to drought and restricted water conditions.