Status:
valid
Authors:
K.Koch
Source:
wcs
Year:
1853
Citation Micro:
Hort. Dendrol. 4: 11 (1853)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000233395
Common Names
- Siebold Magnolia
- Siebold Magnolia Tree
- Siebold Magnolia Flower
Description
Magnolia sieboldii (also called Oyama Magnolia, among many other common names) is a small deciduous tree native to Japan, Korea, and China. It has fragrant white flowers and large, dark green leaves. It is found in temperate forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Magnolia sieboldii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Magnolia sieboldii sub. japonica K.Ueda
Magnolia sieboldii sub. sieboldii
Magnolia sieboldii sub. sinensis (Rehder & E.H.Wilson) Spongberg
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Magnolia sieboldii is white and cup-shaped, with 6-9 tepals and numerous stamens. The seed is a smooth, ovoid, reddish-brown nut with a single seed inside. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Magnolia sieboldii can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood branches and rooted in a moist, sandy soil mix.
Where to Find Magnolia sieboldii
Magnolia sieboldii can be found in the southeastern United States, from North Carolina to Florida and west to Texas.
Magnolia sieboldii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Magnolia sieboldii?
Magnolia sieboldii
What is the natural habitat of Magnolia sieboldii?
It is native to the forests of Japan.
What is the average height of Magnolia sieboldii?
It can reach up to 10 meters in height.
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,