Magnolia sirindhorniae

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 sp.

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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Species and varieties:

Magnolia acuminata

Magnolia campbellii x Magnolia liliiflora

Magnolia champaca

Magnolia coco

Magnolia cylindrica

Magnolia delavayi

Magnolia denudata

Magnolia dianica

Magnolia doltsopa

Magnolia figo

Magnolia floribunda

Magnolia 'Goldstar'

Magnolia grandiflora

Magnolia 'Jane'

Magnolia kobus

Magnolia lacei

Magnolia liliifera

Magnolia liliiflora

Magnolia liliiflora x stellata 'Orchid'

Magnolia montana

Magnolia obovata

Magnolia officinalis

Magnolia rajaniana

Magnolia sieboldii

Magnolia sirindhorniae

Magnolia stellata

Magnolia 'Susan'

Magnolia tamaulipana

Magnolia tripetala

Magnolia virginiana

Magnolia x alba 'Golden'

Magnolia x alba

Magnolia x brooklynensis

Magnolia x Elizabeth

Magnolia x soulangeana

Magnolia stellata

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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Magnolia tripetala

This fast growing deciduous tree has large shiny leaves, spreading from stout stems. In a natural setting the Umbrella magnolia can grow 45-50ft (15 m) tall. The flowers are large, 3 to 5 inches (15-25 cm) diameter, with six to nine creamy-white petals and a large green style, which later develops into a cone-like fruit 4 to 6 inches (10-12 cm) long. The fruit turning pink when mature, later turning brown. The fruit contains several pink to red seeds, matures in late summer to early fall. The flowers are intensely fragrant, but may be unpleasant up close. Blooming Time is Late Spring/Early Summer.

The leaves are alternate, simple, very large, 12 to 24 inches (30-60 cm) long, lacking "ear-lobes" at base, margin entire, mostly obovate, green and shiny above, paler below, often crowded near ends of twig. Diamond-shaped leaves look like the spokes of an umbrella, which gives the Umbrella tree its common name. The leaves turn yellow in the autumn.

These trees are attractive and easy to grow. Requires consistently moist soil; partial to full shade; do not let dry out between watering. Frost tolerant (hardness from USDA zone 5 to USDA zone 9). Soil pH requirements are from 5.6 to 6.0 (acidic) to 6.6 to 7.5 (neutral).

Magnolia virginiana

Sweet Bay can be found in the wild in Florida bay heads, swamps and stream banks. Leaves are very fine for flavoring broths and sauces. Fresh off the tree, the flavor is unique and fun to use. If you have a Florida Sweet Bay, your cooking will have flavors folks outside Florida can never hope to duplicate. Florida Bay Laurel likes moist, acid soils. If you use Bay Laurel in your landscape, be sure plenty of water is available. If you have a moist spot on your land, plant this tree. You will also be rewarded by the attractive white delicately fragrant flowers. No bugs or other pests. Fertilize once or twice a year with an acid fertilizer.

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Magnolia x alba 'Golden' (Champaa Thong)

This new hybrid of Magnolia (Michelia) Alba has a unique characteristic: the flowers change color from white to golden next day. Fragrance is even more intense than regular M. Alba, and it fills air around for many yards. The plant grows as somewhat smaller tree.

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Magnolia x Alba, Michelia x Alba

This is hybrid between Michelia Champaca and Magnolia Montana with sweet strong fragrance of flowers resembles juicyfruit gum. The fragrance is released in the early morning hours and lasts all day long, especially strong at night. Its name honors Florentine botanist Pietro Antonio Micheli. Michelia alba is now cultivated for ornamental purposes in most tropical and lower subtropical countries. This tallish, evergreen tree has creamy white blooms with 15-20 sepals, and petals which are deliciously fragrant. The flowers are highly prized by people and are often made into necklaces. Both the flowers and leaves are highly aromatic and can be used in fragrance production. The flowers from Michelia champaca are used to make the world's most expensive perfume'Joy'. People did not invent JOY perfume, Nature made this creation leading to the development of JOY, the most expensive perfume fragrance in the world. Michelia flowers produce in great quantities. On a warm humid night, the scents can easily be enjoyed several hundred feet away. If you drive near by, you will notice the scent immediately. People and every insect you can imagine are attracted to the blooms. These are flowers you don't have to "stick your nose in" as the scent exudes from the tree. However, you really can't STOP sticking your nose into a flower over and over again. Nectar insects appear frantic, driven like drug addicts, bashing into each other to get to the heart of every flower on the tree. The white Michelia flower is also the city flower of Shanghai, China. Planting a Michelia tree either indoors as bonsai or in your backyard really makes your home a sweet home. Also you could take the flower, home made natural perfume, into car, office, rest room, and anywhere you want fragrant atmosphere. One oriental custom is to use the white flowers as sweet scented decoration, such as hair-pin-flower for girls, and chest-pin-flower for ladies. The tree has flowers and green leaves all year round, beautifying its surroundings. Besides, the clearly veined leaf can be made into a special bookmark.

Michelia alba has good antimicrobial properties, especially the leaves. It also has an antioxidant character with moderate effect.

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Magnolia x brooklynensis Black Beauty

The deep purple outsides of the petals contrast starkly with the white insides.

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Magnolia x Elizabeth

Magnolia acuminata x denudata Elisabeth was the first yellow-flowered hybrid magnolia to be widely available, and it is still one of the best. The buds are finely tapered and open to a fragrant primrose yellow flower which are produced from a young age on leafless stems.

Full sun and average moisture suit magnolias best and humus rich soils.

Magnolia x soulangeana

Magnolia × soulangeana is a hybrid plant between Magnolia denudata and Magnolia liliiflora. Magnolia × soulangeana flowers are large, commonly 10-20 cm (4-8 in) across, and colored various shades of white, pink, and maroon.