Status:
valid
Authors:
(Lam.) Govaerts
Source:
wcs
Year:
1996
Citation Micro:
World Checkl. & Bibliogr. Magnoliaceae : 29 (1996)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000233100
Common Names
- Dodecapetala Magnolia
- Twelve-Petal Magnolia
- Twelve-Petal Bigleaf Magnolia
Description
Magnolia dodecapetala (also called 'Twelve-petal Magnolia' and 'Twelve-petalled Magnolia', among many other common names) is a deciduous tree with a spreading habit. It has large, fragrant white flowers and glossy green leaves. It is native to China and can be found in moist, well-drained soils in woodland areas.
Uses & Benefits
Magnolia dodecapetala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used for timber production.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Magnolia dodecapetala has a large, white, fragrant flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. Seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Magnolia dodecapetala is a deciduous tree that can grow up to 10-15 m tall. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or semi-hardwood cuttings.
Where to Find Magnolia dodecapetala
Magnolia dodecapetala is native to China and Vietnam. It is found in moist forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Magnolia dodecapetala FAQ
What is the scientific name of Magnolia dodecapetala?
Magnolia dodecapetala
What is the common name of Magnolia dodecapetala?
Twelve-petal Magnolia
What is the natural habitat of Magnolia dodecapetala?
Subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests
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,