Plant
Luculia gratissima
Luculia gratissimaAlso known as Pink Luculia, Fragrant Luculia
Luculia gratissima is a prized Himalayan evergreen shrub known for producing large domed clusters of soft pink flowers that release an exceptionally potent, sweet perfume in late autumn and winter. In its native montane habitat, it clings to steep forested ridges and rocky slopes where cool air, mist, and well-draining soil nurture vigorous growth. While cultivated in botanical collections worldwide for its exquisite blossoms, wild populations remain vital nectar sources for high-altitude pollinators active during cooler transitions between seasons.
FloweringFragrantMontane
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Not EvaluatedConservation statusIUCN Red List categoriesLCNTVUENCREWEXNot Evaluated — not placed on the risk ladderRed List categories, explained →
Diet & preyAutotroph (Photosynthesis)
Predators
- Herbivorous caterpillars
- Aphids
- Spider mites
ThreatsDeforestation, infrastructure expansion, and localized habitat degradation
HabitatsMontane cloud forests, steep rocky slopes, and moist shrubland
Life span15–30 years
Classification
- FamilyRubiaceae
- SpeciesLuculia gratissima
Range data is not available yet.
Interaction riskLow
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- Why interaction risk is low
- Safe to observe at a normal distance.
Responsible observation
- Scent Observation: Lean in close to the flowerheads during mild afternoons when floral oils evaporate most freely.
- Cultivation Care: Shield shrubs from hard frost and dry winds to preserve winter-blooming flower buds.
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