Magnolia - Plant Encyclopedia Results (Page 2)

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Magnolia obovata is a medium-sized deciduous tree 15-30 m tall, with slate grey bark. The leaves are large, 16-38 cm (rarely to 50 cm) long and 9-20 cm (rarely 25 cm) broad, leathery, green above, silvery or greyish pubescent below. The flowers are also large, cup-shaped, 15-20 cm diameter, with 9-12 creamy, fleshy tepals, red stamens.

Leaf is sometimes used in Japan to wrap food.

With its large leaves and huge flowers this bush size medicinal Magnolia is a marvelous indoor and garden plant. It lives in lime stone mountains and can take long draught and mild frost in winter. As a young plant this Magnolia prefers light shade and makes a good indoor plant. Magnolia bark is a traditional Chinese medicine used since 100 A.D. for treating "stagnation of qi" (low energy) as well as a variety of syndroms, such as digestive disturbances caused by emotional distress and emotional turmoil. Intestinal relaxant, analgesic, diuretic.

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Rare michelia with cream to pastel orange/yellow (or light orange) flowers, highly fragrant. A new Thai hybrid with large and wide petals is called Champee Si Nuan. The flowers resemble those of Magnolia champaca, but more pastel color and much bigger size. The size of the flower can reach 5-6" wide. Flowers turn darker color with age, almost brown before they drop. Fragrance is very strong. Blooms almost year-round. Plant this nice small specimen tree near a driveway or in any other place with walk traffic where the fragrance can be appreciated. Similar looking magnolia hybrid is M. champaca X M. ballonii.

A hybrid Magnolia champaca x rajaniana Dwarf (Champee Si Nuan) is a dwarf that produces flowers earlier than other Champacas. It is the most exciting hybrid of Champaca, a very reliable bloomer. Flowers of pastel orange to cream color can be large size, in favorable conditions up to 5-6" wide (see picture), very fragrant. The Champee Si Nuan grows into somewhat smaller tree (15-20 ft) and is a perfect variety for potting culture or a small yard.

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Partial shade; moist, well drained soil; more wind tolerant than most deciduous magnolias.

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This is one of the hardiest tropical magnolias. It is very similar to the popular Magnolia x Alba, although it is much more cold tolerant. If you have cool winters, this species is a better choice than magnolia x Alba which is somewhat cold sensitive. Flower has 3" long and narrow petals, off-white to light cream/ivory in color. Fragrance is very strong. The plant growth habit is somewhat similar to Magnolia champaca, but it is much faster growing and more vigorous plant. Similar-looking flowers: Magnolia baillonii (Michelia baillonii). Leaves of this species have rounded tips, unlike some other related magnolias (M. Alba, M. champaca) which are normally pointed.

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Magnolia is a large, varied genus of deciduous and evergreen trees and shrubs. It was named after French botanist Pierre Magnol. Magnolias require deep, fertile, well-drained soil. The roots are fragile so the plant do not transplant readily.

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It is an upright, deciduous, large evergreen shrub or small tree to 5-20 ft tall and wide. It should be planted in full sun and is hardy in USDA Zone 5-9, making it a great choice for gardeners in many parts of the country.

Magnolia 'Goldstar' prefers regular water, but is tolerant of occasional dry spells. Plants grown in containers will require more frequent watering than plants grown in the ground. This magnolia will attract hummingbirds, butterflies and other pollinators to the garden. To keep the plant looking its best, trim the flowers and dead head after blooming. Prune in spring to shape the plant and remove any undesirable branches.

This beautiful plant is cold hardy at least to the low 30s F for a short time. In cold climates, plants grown in containers should be brought indoors in winter or taken to a protected area such as a greenhouse. Plants grown in the ground may need protection depending on the severity of the winter. Mulch and shelter from cold winds can help protect the roots from frost.

Magnolia 'Goldstar' has been a favorite of gardeners for generations, and with good reason. Its bold yellow and white flowers, fast growth, and hardiness make it a great addition to just about any garden. With the proper care and protection, it will continue to delight gardeners for years to come.

Very slow growing, star magnolia is usually seen in home landscapes as a medium sized shrub. In autumn the leaves turn yellow to bronze before falling. It is striking in late winter or early spring when it appears smothered in brilliant white flowers as it blooms before the leaves appear. Star magnolia likes deep, organic, acid soil. Propagation: It is fairly easy to root cuttings taken after the flower buds have formed in early to mid summer. Treat with rooting hormone to insure success. Seeds may be used, but they need special handling and are slow to germinate.

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The Umbrella magnolia (Magnolia tripetala) is a fast-growing deciduous tree that can reach a height of 45-50 ft in a natural setting. Its leaves are large, shiny, and spread out from stout stems. The leaves look like the spokes of an umbrella, which gives the tree its common name.

The Umbrella magnolia produces large, intensely fragrant flowers that are 3 to 5 inches in diameter, with six to nine creamy-white petals. Fruit is cone-like, 4 to 6 inches. The fruit turns pink when mature, later turning brown, and contains several pink to red seeds that mature in late summer to early fall. The tree blooms in late spring/early summer.

The Umbrella magnolia is easy to grow and attractive. It's cold hardy in USDA zones 5-9. It can be grown in containers, reaching a height of 8-10. To grow it in a container, use a well-drained potting mix with a layer of gravel at its base. Place the pot in shade and check the soil frequently to ensure it is moist but not soggy. In cold regions, plant the Magnolia in a container and move it indoors before temperatures fall below freezing. Water the tree only when the soil is dry in winter, and fertilize it regularly during the growing season.