Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Vázquez, D.A.Neill & A.Dahua
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2017
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 69: 202 (2017)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000001484
Common Names
- Magnolia mindoensis
- Mindo Magnolia
- Mindo-Leaved Magnolia
Description
Magnolia mindoensis (also called Mindo Magnolia, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub native to the Andes Mountains of Ecuador. It has simple, alternate leaves and white flowers with a strong, sweet fragrance. It prefers moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Magnolia mindoensis 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 mindoensis 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 mindoensis 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 mindoensis
Magnolia mindoensis can be found in the tropical rainforests of Ecuador.
Magnolia mindoensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Magnolia mindoensis?
Magnolia mindoensis
What is the natural habitat of Magnolia mindoensis?
Tropical rainforests
What is the average height of Magnolia mindoensis?
Up to 4 meters
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,