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Magnolia

The Magnolia is a beautiful tree with large, fragrant flowers. It blooms in spring and is often a favorite in gardens.

Habitat: Gardens and parks

Appearance

The Magnolia has large, often fragrant flowers in white, pink, purple, or yellow, distinctively opening from fuzzy buds. Its leaves are typically large and glossy green, sometimes with fuzzy undersides, standing out against its smooth or furrowed bark. The unique cone-like fruit with bright red seeds adds a splash of color after flowering.

KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderMagnolialesFamilyMagnoliaceaeGenusMagnolia

Magnolia

Interesting facts

Certain magnolia varieties are used to make herbal teas in some cultures. Wow!

Magnolias are living fossils; they existed before dinosaurs! Wow!

Some magnolia flowers can grow as big as a dinner plate. Wow!

The durable magnolia wood is used for furniture and musical instruments. Wow!

Special abilities

Magnolia seeds are often bright red and covered in a fleshy coating, which helps birds spot and carry them far away to grow new trees.

Some Magnolia species develop fuzzy coats on their flower buds, protecting the delicate blooms from cold snaps in early spring.

Measurements & details

Height: 6-30 m
Canopy Spread: 4-15 m
Is Edible: No
Trunk Diameter: 30-120 cm
Lifespan: 80-120 years
Fruit Type: Cone-like aggregate of follicles with red seeds
Growth Rate: Medium
Leaf Type: Evergreen

Ecological connections

pollinates

Green June Beetle

Cotinis nitida

Attracted by magnolia's ancient flowers.

eats

American Robin

Turdus migratorius

Feeds on the bright red, fleshy magnolia seeds.

parasitizes

Magnolia Scale

Neolecanium cornuparvum

A tiny insect that feeds on magnolia sap.

shelters

Northern Cardinal

Cardinalis cardinalis

Builds nests among the dense branches and leaves.

Traits

Deciduous

Discover the magic of plants that shed all their leaves during a particular season, often putting on a spectacular show of fall colors first. They get ready for a fresh start!

Flowering

These are the plants that produce beautiful blossoms, attracting pollinators and adding splashes of color to our world. Each flower is a tiny marvel!

Ornamental

These lovely plants are grown simply because they are so beautiful to look at, adding splashes of color and interesting shapes to any garden or landscape.

Spring Blooming

Celebrate the arrival of warmer weather with these cheerful plants that burst into beautiful flowers as spring awakens the world.

Broadleaf Tree

Discover magnificent trees that have wide, flat leaves, unlike the needles of pine trees! These are often the trees that change colors beautifully in autumn.

Fragrant Flower

Discover flowers that release delightful scents into the air, enchanting our senses and attracting helpful insects. Take a moment to enjoy their sweet perfume!

Ancient Lineage

These fascinating organisms carry echoes of the deep past, with ancestors that have roamed the Earth for an incredible span of time. They are living links to ancient worlds!