Status:
valid
Authors:
(Oliv.) Hu
Source:
wcs
Year:
1924
Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 5: 228 (1924)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000233137
Common Names
- Fordiana Magnolia
- Fordiana's Magnolia
- Fordiana Magnolia Tree
Description
Magnolia fordiana (also called Ford's Magnolia, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree with an upright, pyramidal habit and large, fragrant white flowers. It is native to China and prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade.
Uses & Benefits
Magnolia fordiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used for timber production.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Magnolia fordiana var. fordiana
Magnolia fordiana var. calcarea (X.H.Song) V.S.Kumar
Magnolia fordiana var. forrestii (W.W.Sm. ex Dandy) V.S.Kumar
Magnolia fordiana var. hainanensis (Dandy) Noot.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Magnolia fordiana has white flowers with a light, sweet fragrance. The seeds are small and brown and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Magnolia fordiana is a species of flowering tree native to China. It is a medium-sized tree, growing to a height of 10-15 m. It prefers a warm, humid climate with plenty of rainfall. Propagation is done through seeds or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-draining, humus-rich soil mix, and the cuttings should be planted in a moist, well-draining soil mix.
Where to Find Magnolia fordiana
Magnolia fordiana is native to China and Vietnam. It is found in moist forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Magnolia fordiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Magnolia fordiana?
Magnolia fordiana
What is the common name of Magnolia fordiana?
Ford's Magnolia
What type of climate does Magnolia fordiana prefer?
Humid, temperate climate
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,