Status:
valid
Authors:
D.A.Neill, A.Vázquez & F.Arroyo
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 348: 258 (2018)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000001483
Common Names
- Magnolia mercedesiarum
- Mercedes' Magnolia
- Mercedes'-Leaved Magnolia
Description
Magnolia mercedesiarum (also called Mercedes Magnolia, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub native to the tropical forests of Central America. It has large, fragrant white flowers and glossy green leaves. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade.
Uses & Benefits
Magnolia mercedesiarum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its wood is used in construction and furniture making.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Magnolia mercedesiarum flower is white and has six petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed, and the seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Magnolia mercedesiarum is a small tree that can reach up to 10 m in height. It is native to the cloud forests of Ecuador. It can be propagated by seeds or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained, light soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature stems and planted in a well-drained, light soil mix and kept moist.
Where to Find Magnolia mercedesiarum
Magnolia mercedesiarum can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central America.
Magnolia mercedesiarum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Magnolia mercedesiarum?
Magnolia mercedesiarum
What is the family of Magnolia mercedesiarum?
Magnoliaceae
What is the native range of Magnolia mercedesiarum?
Venezuela
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,