Status:
valid
Authors:
Dandy
Source:
wcs
Year:
1928
Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1928: 186 (1928)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000233331
Common Names
- Persuaveolens Magnolia
- Mountain Magnolia
- Big-Leaf Magnolia
Description
Magnolia persuaveolens (also called Persuaveolens Magnolia, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to China. 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 persuaveolens 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.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Magnolia persuaveolens sub. persuaveolens
Magnolia persuaveolens sub. rigida Noot.
Magnolia persuaveolens var. pubescens Noot.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Magnolia persuaveolens 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Magnolia persuaveolens is a small tree or shrub that can reach up to 8 m (26 ft) in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings taken in late summer or early fall.
Where to Find Magnolia persuaveolens
Magnolia persuaveolens is native to Mexico.
Magnolia persuaveolens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Magnolia persuaveolens?
Magnolia persuaveolens
What is the natural habitat of Magnolia persuaveolens?
It is native to China.
What is the size of Magnolia persuaveolens?
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,