Magnolia officinalis

Vernacular name: 
Magnolia officinalis
Famille: 
Magnoliaceae

Magnolia native to China with very large deciduous leaves. The bark contains antioxidant and anti-inflammatory agents. Very large cream flowers in April-May, fragrant. Height of 10m.

Classification

Trees and shrubs

Climate

Zone 6: from -23°C to -17°C

Leaf color

  • Green

Flower color

  • White
  • Cream

Sun exposure

  • Sunny
  • Part shade

Size

5 to 10m
5 to 10m

Ornamental interest

  • Foliage
  • Flower
  • Perfume

Notable plant

  • In spring

Type de sol

  • Acidic

Other uses

  • Herbalism

Garden use

  • Isolated
  • Massif
  • Parterre

GENERAL DESCRIPTION