Thursday, January 16, 2020

Magnolia laevifolia

Photo: Roy A. Edwards. Licensed under a CC BY 3.0 New Zealand
Evergreen subtropical species originating from China (central and south Yunnan). Flowers are small (3-3.5 cm across), white, very fragrant.  Leaves are leathery, dark green; glossy.
Suitable for warmer climates.

Botanical name: Magnolia laevifolia.
Other names: Magnolia dianica, Michelia yunnanensis.
Habit: evergreen shrub.
Height: 2-3m.
Hardiness: USDA zone 8a.
Flowering time: April - May (March - April in warmer climates).

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