Outdoor, full sun
Indian Cork Tree
Millingtonia, a tall, slim tree with scented white tubular flowers that open in the evening. It needs full sun.
AED 1,200each
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Quantity
- Indian Cork Tree × 1
- AED 1,200
- Total
- AED 1,200
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- Light
- Full sun
- Water
- Every 2–3 days in the first summer after planting, then 1–2 times a week; less in winter
- Where
- Outdoor
Why people love it
- A tall, slender tree with fragrant white flowers.
- It gives light shade and a clean upright shape.
- White scented flowers appear on a quickly rising trunk.
- It suits avenues and large gardens.
Worth knowing
- The ASPCA does not list it, so check with a vet if you have pets.
- A tall slim crown needs an open spot above wires.
- Dropped flowers and leaves need clearing.
- Tall saplings lean without a stake and thirst in summer.
About this plant
The Indian cork tree, Millingtonia hortensis, is a tall, upright tree with corky, gray bark, finely divided leaves and clusters of long, white, tubular flowers that are especially fragrant in the evening. It is native to South and Southeast Asia, where it is planted along roads and in gardens.
It grows well in the UAE heat and full sun with regular irrigation. In Dubai it usually flowers in the cooler months, roughly from autumn into winter. Its narrow crown suits tighter spaces than broad shade trees, but its wood is brittle and it spreads by root suckers, so plant it in a sheltered spot away from walls and paving.
It works as a vertical accent in villa gardens, along driveways and boundaries, in courtyards and near seating areas where the evening scent can be enjoyed. We offer it as a single specimen size.
- Light
- Full sun
- Water
- Every 2–3 days in the first summer after planting, then 1–2 times a week; less in winter
- AC
- Keep it 1 metre from vents
- Pets
- Not listed in the ASPCA database (checked under Indian Cork Tree, Tree Jasmine and Millingtonia hortensis).
Why Green Beetle, Not a Nursery
What changes when you buy here instead of collecting from a nursery.
| Compare | Plant Nursery | Green Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Plant quality | Grown outdoors, stressed indoors | Acclimatized for Dubai interiors |
| Before dispatch | Not checked | Checked for damage |
| Repotting | Needed straight away | Fresh soil, not needed |
| Delivery | You collect | Delivered, packed properly |
| After-care | None | WhatsApp help from our team |
Every plant is checked at our shop in Warsan 3 before it is dispatched. Questions about Indian Cork Tree? Message us on WhatsApp.
Care Guide for Dubai Homes
How to keep Indian Cork Tree healthy through the Dubai year.
Light
Full sun. Keep it out of harsh direct afternoon sun in summer.
Watering
Every 2–3 days in the first summer after planting, then 1–2 times a week; less in winter. Water when the top 2 to 3 cm of soil feels dry, empty the saucer afterwards, and check the soil before you water: AC slows how fast the plant uses water.
Care notes
Soil: well-draining sandy loam improved with compost. Feeding: balanced slow-release fertilizer in spring and before autumn flowering. Common mistake: planting in an exposed, windy spot, where the brittle branches can snap. Where it works: villa gardens, driveways, boundaries, courtyards, seating areas.
AC and air flow
Keep it at least 1 metre from AC vents. Cold air blowing straight onto the leaves dries the edges.
Cleaning the leaves
Dust settles quickly in Dubai homes. Wipe the leaves with a damp cloth every few weeks so they keep taking in light.
Feeding and repotting
Feed once a month from March to October. Repot every 2 years into a pot one size up, or book a Plant Doctor visit and we do it for you.
Pets
Not listed in the ASPCA database (checked under Indian Cork Tree, Tree Jasmine and Millingtonia hortensis). Check with your vet if you have pets.
Need Help Later On?
Book a Plant Doctor visit: our team checks the plant, changes the soil, feeds, prunes and cleans it, and shows you how to keep it healthy.
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Indian Cork Tree FAQs
When does the Indian cork tree flower in Dubai?
Usually in the cooler months, from autumn into winter, with a strong scent in the evening.
How tall does it grow?
It can grow to 10 m or more with a narrow, upright crown.
Is it suitable near the house?
Keep it a few meters from walls and paving, as it can send up root suckers and its branches are brittle.
Is it toxic to pets?
Millingtonia hortensis is not listed in the ASPCA database. Check with your vet if you have pets.
Need 10 or more for an office, hotel or restaurant?
We install and maintain them too, with one written quote.