Flowering Chinese Perfume Bonsai Tree (aglaia orodata)

This aromatic tree which is native to China is classified as near threatened. The Perfume tree is a rare species and a member of the mahogany family. The Perfume tree resembles the Orange Jasmine and has highly lemon scented (sometimes called Mock Lemon) very small yellow blooms that can be enjoyed several times a year. Aglaia has many medicinal uses: orodine and ororinol obtained from this plant has cancer chemo preventative activity