Status:
valid
Authors:
Aug.DC.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1904
Citation Micro:
Bull. Herb. Boissier , sér. 2, 4: 294 (1904)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000233011
Common Names
- Magnolia
- Bull Bay
- Southern Magnolia
Description
Magnolia balansae (also called Balansa's Magnolia, among many other common names) is a small evergreen tree native to China and Vietnam. It has fragrant white flowers, glossy green leaves, and a pyramidal shape. It grows best in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade and is often found in forests, woodlands, and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Magnolia balansae 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 balansae 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 balansae is a large shrub or small tree that can reach up to 30 feet in height. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, although cuttings can also be used. Seeds should be planted in the spring and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken in the summer and placed in a rooting medium such as sand or perlite. Keep the cuttings moist until roots form.
Where to Find Magnolia balansae
Magnolia balansae is native to China, Vietnam, and Laos. It is found in moist forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Magnolia balansae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Magnolia balansae?
Magnolia balansae
What is the common name of Magnolia balansae?
Balansa Magnolia
What is the natural habitat of Magnolia balansae?
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,