University of Florida

Melia azedarach

Common name(s): Chinaberry, Bead Tree, Umbrella Tree, China Tree, Pride-Of-India

Plant type: deciduous medium tree
Primary method of propagation: seed

Propagation by Seed

Time of year to collect seed: Autumn
Time of year to sow seed: Summer
Seed treatment: none
Preferred temperature for germination: 70-85 degrees F
Time required for germination: 3-4 weeks