Magnolia laevifolia (Magnolia shrub)
Magnolia laevifolia white flower bud beside two fuzzy green unopened floral buds
Botanical names: Magnolia laevifolia, Magnolia dianica
Common name: Magnolia shrub
Family: Magnoliaceae
Origin: South-West China
USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map
USDA Zone: 7-10
Cold tolerance: 10°F
Plant form: Large bush or small tree
Mature height: 10-20 ft
Sun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor
Cold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Regular
Flower color: White and off-white
Suitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Fragrance: Fragrant; perfume plant
Wildlife: Attracts butterflies and hummingbirdsSimilar looking species - Magnolia yunnanensis, Michelia yunnanensis, Parakmeria yunnanensis. See Article about Tropical Magnolias.
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Magnolia laevifolia cream flower with a soft brown fuzzy bud on a branch
Magnolia laevifolia with green oval foliage and light yellow undeveloped flower buds.
Magnolia laevifolia white flower nestled against a sturdy dark brown woody stem.
Magnolia laevifolia white flower and a bud attached to a brown stem
Magnolia laevifolia white and yellow flower bud attached to a dark woody stem.
Magnolia laevifolia with white flower buds and single green oval leaf
Link to this plant:
https://toptropicals.com/catalog/uid/magnolia_dianica.htm