Status:
valid
Authors:
(B.L.Chen & S.C.Yang) V.S.Kumar
Source:
wcs
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 61: 184 (2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000806099
Common Names
- Magnolia lucida
- Lucida Magnolia
- Magnolia Lucida
Description
Magnolia lucida (also called Shining Magnolia, among many other common names) is a small tree native to East Asia. It has large, fragrant white flowers and grows in moist, shady habitats, such as along streams and in forests.
Uses & Benefits
Magnolia lucida is an evergreen tree that is often used as an ornamental tree in gardens. It is also used medicinally to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Magnolia lucida is a white, six-petaled bloom with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Magnolia lucida is a small deciduous tree that grows up to 10 meters in height. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-draining potting mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a potting mix.
Where to Find Magnolia lucida
Magnolia lucida can be found in the southeastern United States, from Virginia to Florida and Texas.
Magnolia lucida FAQ
What is the scientific name of Magnolia lucida?
Magnolia lucida
What is the common name of Magnolia lucida?
Shiny Magnolia
What is the natural habitat of Magnolia lucida?
Temperate forests of East Asia
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,
References
Shao Cheng Yang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.C.Yang' in the authors string.