Status:
valid
Authors:
Wall.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1824
Citation Micro:
Tent. Fl. Napal. : 5 (1824)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000233214
Common Names
- Insignis Magnolia
- Bigleaf Magnolia
- Evergreen Magnolia
Description
Magnolia insignis (also called Insignis Magnolia, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to China and Japan. It has large, fragrant, white flowers and large, dark green leaves. It grows best in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade.
Uses & Benefits
Magnolia insignis is used in landscaping and as an ornamental plant. Its fragrant flowers are often used in floral arrangements. The wood of the tree is used to make furniture and musical instruments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Magnolia insignis is white with a yellow center. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Magnolia insignis is a deciduous tree native to China. It can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. To cultivate, it prefers a sunny location with well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Magnolia insignis
Magnolia insignis can be found in the tropical forests of Mexico and Central America.
Magnolia insignis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Magnolia insignis?
Magnolia insignis
What is the common name of Magnolia insignis?
Showy Magnolia
What type of climate does Magnolia insignis 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,