Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Genus:
Species:
philippinensis
ID:
234008

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.Parm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1896

Citation Micro:
Bull. Sci. France Belgique 27: 206, 270 (1895 publ. 1896)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000233339

Common Names

  • Philippine Magnolia
  • Mountain Magnolia
  • Big-Leaf Magnolia

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Description

Magnolia philippinensis (also called Philippine Magnolia, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to the Philippines. 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 philippinensis 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 philippinensis 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 philippinensis is a deciduous tree that grows up to 10 m in height. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a light, well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a moist, well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Magnolia philippinensis

Magnolia philippinensis is native to the Philippines.

Magnolia philippinensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Magnolia philippinensis?

Magnolia philippinensis

What is the natural habitat of Magnolia philippinensis?

It is native to the Philippines.

What is the size of Magnolia philippinensis?

It can grow up to 20 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,

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