Status:
valid
Authors:
W.C.Cheng
Source:
wcs
Year:
1933
Citation Micro:
Contrib. Biol. Lab. Chin. Assoc. Advancem. Sci., Sect. Bot. 8: 291 (1933)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000233484
Common Names
- Zenii Magnolia
- Zen Magnolia
- Zen Magnolia
Description
Magnolia zenii (also called Zen Magnolia, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to China. It has large, fragrant, white flowers and grows in moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. It is found in forests, woodlands, and along streams and rivers.
Uses & Benefits
Magnolia zenii is a popular ornamental tree, grown for its fragrant white flowers and evergreen foliage. It is also used in landscaping and as a windbreak.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Magnolia zenii has a white flower with a yellow center. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Magnolia zenii is an evergreen tree that can grow up to 30 feet tall. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings should be taken in late summer.
Where to Find Magnolia zenii
Magnolia zenii is native to China and can be found in subtropical and temperate forests.
Magnolia zenii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Magnolia zenii?
Magnolia zenii
What are the common names of Magnolia zenii?
Zen Magnolia
What is the natural habitat of Magnolia zenii?
Tropical rainforests of Central and South America
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,