Status:
valid
Authors:
(Dandy) Figlar & Noot.
Source:
wcs
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
Blumea 49: 95 (2004)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000465046
Common Names
- Magnolia pleiocarpa
- Many-fruited Magnolia
- Many-fruited Magnolia Tree
Description
Magnolia pleiocarpa (also called Pleiocarpa Magnolia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Magnoliaceae. It is native to Mexico and Central America. It is a small to medium-sized deciduous tree, growing to 10–15 m tall. Its leaves are oblong-lanceolate, 8–15 cm long and 4–7 cm broad.
Uses & Benefits
Magnolia pleiocarpa is used as an ornamental plant, for timber, and for medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Magnolia pleiocarpa has large, fragrant white flowers with 6-12 petals and a yellow center. The seeds are round and brown, and the seedlings have large, glossy green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Magnolia pleiocarpa is a large shrub or small tree that can reach up to 15 m in height. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is tolerant of a range of soil types. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a well-drained medium. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained medium and kept moist until germination.
Where to Find Magnolia pleiocarpa
Magnolia pleiocarpa is native to eastern Asia and is found in moist forests, thickets, and along streams. It is also cultivated as an ornamental plant.
Magnolia pleiocarpa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Magnolia pleiocarpa?
Magnolia pleiocarpa
What is the common name of Magnolia pleiocarpa?
Pleiocarpa Magnolia
What is the natural habitat of Magnolia pleiocarpa?
Mixed deciduous forests
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,
References
Richard B. Figlar: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Figlar' in the authors string.