Loblolly Bay
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Loblolly Bay
gordonia lasianthus
Loblolly Bay (Gordonia lasianthus) is an elegant, medium-sized evergreen tree native to the acidic wetlands and damp coastal plains of the southeastern United States. Belonging to the tea family (Theaceae), it is highly admired for its handsome, dark green foliage and showy, aromatic white blossoms that closely resemble camellias. This species plays a vital role in wetland ecology, providing nesting sites for birds and dense cover for various swamp-dwelling wildlife.
Hábitat: Found in acidic, wet, sandy soils of bay swamps, flatwoods, and boggy depressions throughout the southeastern United States.
Aspecto
This tree typically grows to heights of 10 to 24 meters, featuring a narrow, columnar crown and dark, deeply furrowed bark. Its leathery, lance-shaped leaves are alternate, finely serrated, and glossy dark green on top with a pale, dull green underside. During the summer, it bears delicate, 5-petaled white flowers measuring about 5 to 8 centimeters across, marked by a bright dome of golden-yellow stamens in the center.
ReinoPlantaeFiloTracheophytaClaseMagnoliopsidaOrdenEricalesFamiliaTheaceaeGéneroGordonia
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Datos interesantes
Its soft, close-grained wood is reddish-brown and was historically used to make cabinets and wooden bowls, though it holds little commercial timber value today.
Loblolly Bay is a member of the family Theaceae, making it a close relative of both ornamental camellias and the commercial tea plant.
The common name 'loblolly' historically referred to a swampy depression or mud hole, which perfectly describes the boggy soils where this tree thrives.
Habilidades especiales
Habilidad
Acidic Soil Tolerance
Specially adapted to thrive in waterlogged, highly acidic, and nutrient-poor soils where most other tree species cannot survive.
Habilidad
Evergreen Photosynthesis
Retains its thick, waxy leaves year-round, allowing it to produce energy even during mild winter days in its southern range.
Habilidad
Fire-Resilient Bark
Mature specimens develop thick, deeply ridged bark that helps protect the vital inner cambium layer from low-intensity fires.
Medidas y detalles
- Longitud
- 1000-2400 cm
- Esperanza de vida
- 50-150 años
Dieta y alimentación
As a photosynthetic plant, Loblolly Bay synthesizes its own organic compounds from sunlight, carbon dioxide, water, and soil minerals.
Alimentos principales
- Sunlight
- Carbon Dioxide
- Water
- Soil Minerals
Conexiones ecológicas
eaten by
Sweetbay Silkmoth
Callosamia securifera
Loblolly Bay serves as the primary larval host plant for this specialized silk moth species.
mutualism
Honey Bee
Apis mellifera
Bees visit the fragrant, pollen-rich white blossoms during the summer, acting as primary pollinators.
mutualism
Palamedes Swallowtail
Papilio palamedes
Adult butterflies visit the flowers to drink nectar, facilitating cross-pollination.
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Seguridad
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Preguntas frecuentes
¿Cómo identificar a Loblolly Bay?
La forma más fácil de identificar a Loblolly Bay es usar la aplicación de identificación de naturaleza Snappit.
¿Cuál es el longitud de Loblolly Bay?
1000-2400 cm
¿Cuál es el esperanza de vida de Loblolly Bay?
50-150 años
¿Qué come Loblolly Bay?
As a photosynthetic plant, Loblolly Bay synthesizes its own organic compounds from sunlight, carbon dioxide, water, and soil minerals.
¿Dónde se encuentra normalmente Loblolly Bay?
Found in acidic, wet, sandy soils of bay swamps, flatwoods, and boggy depressions throughout the southeastern United States.
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