Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Genus:
Species:
pacifica
ID:
233986

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vazquez

Source:
wcs

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 46: 10 (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000233317

Common Names

  • Magnolia Pacifica
  • Pacifica Magnolia
  • Pacifica's Magnolia

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Synonyms

  • Magnolia pacifica pacifica [unknown]

Description

Magnolia pacifica (also called Pacific Magnolia, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to the western United States. It has large, fragrant white flowers and leathery, dark green leaves. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Magnolia pacifica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, as it has a beautiful white flower. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as its bark and flowers have various medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Magnolia pacifica is white and fragrant, with 6-7 petals. The seed is a smooth, brown, conical capsule, containing several seeds. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Magnolia pacifica is a medium-sized evergreen tree that grows up to 15 m tall. It prefers well-drained, acidic soils and full sun. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sheltered spot. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Magnolia pacifica

Magnolia pacifica is native to Mexico.

Magnolia pacifica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Magnolia pacifica?

Magnolia pacifica

What is the natural habitat of Magnolia pacifica?

It is native to Central and South America.

What is the size of Magnolia pacifica?

It can grow up to 15 meters tall.

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,