Status:
valid
Authors:
L.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1759
Citation Micro:
Syst. Nat., ed. 10. 2: 1082 (1759)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000233174
Common Names
- Grandiflora Magnolia
- Grandiflora's Magnolia
- Grandiflora Magnolia Tree
Synonyms
- Magnolia ferruginea hort. ex W.Watson [unknown]
Description
Magnolia grandiflora (also called 'Southern Magnolia' and 'Southern Magnolia', among many other common names) is an evergreen tree with an upright, spreading habit. It has large, fragrant white flowers and glossy green leaves. It is native to the southeastern United States and can be found in moist, well-drained soils in woodland areas.
Uses & Benefits
Magnolia grandiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in floral arrangements and as a cut flower. The plant is known for its large, fragrant white flowers and glossy green leaves.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Magnolia grandiflora 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 grandiflora is an evergreen tree that can grow up to 80 feet tall. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in the spring and cuttings can be taken in the summer.
Where to Find Magnolia grandiflora
Magnolia grandiflora can be found in the southeastern United States, from Virginia to Florida and west to Texas.
Magnolia grandiflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Magnolia grandiflora?
Magnolia grandiflora
What is the common name of Magnolia grandiflora?
Southern Magnolia
What is the natural habitat of Magnolia grandiflora?
It is native to the southeastern United States
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,