Status:
valid
Authors:
Standl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1940
Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Mus. Nat. Hist., Bot. Ser. 22: 331 (1940)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000232984
Common Names
- Magnolia
- Cucumber Tree
- Mountain Magnolia
Description
Magnolia allenii (also called Allen's Magnolia, among many other common names) is a species of tree in the Magnoliaceae family. It is native to Colombia and Venezuela. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Magnolia allenii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Magnolia allenii are large and white, with a yellow center. The seeds are large and black, and the seedlings are large and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Magnolia allenii can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be planted in a warm, moist, and well-draining soil mix. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy. The plant prefers partial shade and should be protected from direct sunlight. Fertilize the plant with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Magnolia allenii
Magnolia allenii is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Magnolia allenii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Magnolia allenii?
Magnolia allenii
What is the common name of Magnolia allenii?
Allen's Magnolia
What is the natural habitat of Magnolia allenii?
Moist woods, swamps, and stream banks
Species in the Magnolia genus
Magnolia acuminata,
Magnolia albosericea,
Magnolia allenii,
Magnolia amazonica,
Magnolia amoena,
Magnolia angatensis,
Magnolia annamensis,
Magnolia arcabucoana,
Magnolia argyrotricha,
Magnolia ashtonii,
Magnolia baillonii,
Magnolia balansae,
Magnolia betongensis,
Magnolia bintuluensis,
Magnolia biondii,
Magnolia blaoensis,
Magnolia boliviana,
Magnolia borneensis,
Magnolia calimaensis,
Magnolia calophylla,
Magnolia campbellii,
Magnolia cararensis,
Magnolia caricifragans,
Magnolia carsonii,
Magnolia cathcartii,
Magnolia caveana,
Magnolia cespedesii,
Magnolia champaca,
Magnolia championii,
Magnolia chimantensis,
Magnolia chocoensis,
Magnolia clemensiorum,
Magnolia coco,
Magnolia colombiana,
Magnolia compressa,
Magnolia cristalensis,
Magnolia cubensis,
Magnolia cylindrica,
Magnolia dandyi,
Magnolia dawsoniana,
Magnolia delavayi,
Magnolia denudata,
Magnolia dixonii,
Magnolia dodecapetala,
Magnolia domingensis,
Magnolia duclouxii,
Magnolia duperreana,
Magnolia ekmanii,
Magnolia elegans,
Magnolia emarginata,
Species in the Magnoliaceae family
Liriodendron chinense,
Liriodendron tulipifera,
Magnolia acuminata,
Magnolia albosericea,
Magnolia allenii,
Magnolia amazonica,
Magnolia amoena,
Magnolia angatensis,
Magnolia annamensis,
Magnolia arcabucoana,
Magnolia argyrotricha,
Magnolia ashtonii,
Magnolia baillonii,
Magnolia balansae,
Magnolia betongensis,
Magnolia bintuluensis,
Magnolia biondii,
Magnolia blaoensis,
Magnolia boliviana,
Magnolia borneensis,
Magnolia calimaensis,
Magnolia calophylla,
Magnolia campbellii,
Magnolia cararensis,
Magnolia caricifragans,
Magnolia carsonii,
Magnolia cathcartii,
Magnolia caveana,
Magnolia cespedesii,
Magnolia champaca,
Magnolia championii,
Magnolia chimantensis,
Magnolia chocoensis,
Magnolia clemensiorum,
Magnolia coco,
Magnolia colombiana,
Magnolia compressa,
Magnolia cristalensis,
Magnolia cubensis,
Magnolia cylindrica,
Magnolia dandyi,
Magnolia dawsoniana,
Magnolia delavayi,
Magnolia denudata,
Magnolia dixonii,
Magnolia dodecapetala,
Magnolia domingensis,
Magnolia duclouxii,
Magnolia duperreana,
Magnolia ekmanii,