Status:
valid
Authors:
(Lozano) Govaerts
Source:
wcs
Year:
1996
Citation Micro:
World Checkl. & Bibliogr. Magnoliaceae : 36 (1996)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000233292
Common Names
- Magnolia Neillii
- Neillii Magnolia
- Neillii's Magnolia
Description
Magnolia neillii (also called Neill's Magnolia, among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized evergreen tree native to the Himalayas and Southeast Asia. It has a pyramidal shape with dark green, glossy leaves and fragrant, white flowers that bloom in the spring. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full to partial sun.
Uses & Benefits
Magnolia neillii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, as it has a beautiful white flower. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as its bark and flowers have various medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Magnolia neillii is a large, white, fragrant cup-shaped bloom. The seed is a large, brown, cone-shaped fruit that contains several seeds. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, long-stalked leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Magnolia neillii is a small evergreen tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It prefers well-drained, acidic soils and full sun. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sheltered spot. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Magnolia neillii
Magnolia neillii is native to Mexico.
Magnolia neillii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Magnolia neillii?
Magnolia neillii
What type of plant is Magnolia neillii?
Evergreen shrub
What is the hardiness zone of Magnolia neillii?
7-9
Species in the Magnolia genus
Magnolia acuminata,
Magnolia albosericea,
Magnolia allenii,
Magnolia amazonica,
Magnolia amoena,
Magnolia angatensis,
Magnolia annamensis,
Magnolia arcabucoana,
Magnolia argyrotricha,
Magnolia ashtonii,
Magnolia baillonii,
Magnolia balansae,
Magnolia betongensis,
Magnolia bintuluensis,
Magnolia biondii,
Magnolia blaoensis,
Magnolia boliviana,
Magnolia borneensis,
Magnolia calimaensis,
Magnolia calophylla,
Magnolia campbellii,
Magnolia cararensis,
Magnolia caricifragans,
Magnolia carsonii,
Magnolia cathcartii,
Magnolia caveana,
Magnolia cespedesii,
Magnolia champaca,
Magnolia championii,
Magnolia chimantensis,
Magnolia chocoensis,
Magnolia clemensiorum,
Magnolia coco,
Magnolia colombiana,
Magnolia compressa,
Magnolia cristalensis,
Magnolia cubensis,
Magnolia cylindrica,
Magnolia dandyi,
Magnolia dawsoniana,
Magnolia delavayi,
Magnolia denudata,
Magnolia dixonii,
Magnolia dodecapetala,
Magnolia domingensis,
Magnolia duclouxii,
Magnolia duperreana,
Magnolia ekmanii,
Magnolia elegans,
Magnolia emarginata,
Species in the Magnoliaceae family
Liriodendron chinense,
Liriodendron tulipifera,
Magnolia acuminata,
Magnolia albosericea,
Magnolia allenii,
Magnolia amazonica,
Magnolia amoena,
Magnolia angatensis,
Magnolia annamensis,
Magnolia arcabucoana,
Magnolia argyrotricha,
Magnolia ashtonii,
Magnolia baillonii,
Magnolia balansae,
Magnolia betongensis,
Magnolia bintuluensis,
Magnolia biondii,
Magnolia blaoensis,
Magnolia boliviana,
Magnolia borneensis,
Magnolia calimaensis,
Magnolia calophylla,
Magnolia campbellii,
Magnolia cararensis,
Magnolia caricifragans,
Magnolia carsonii,
Magnolia cathcartii,
Magnolia caveana,
Magnolia cespedesii,
Magnolia champaca,
Magnolia championii,
Magnolia chimantensis,
Magnolia chocoensis,
Magnolia clemensiorum,
Magnolia coco,
Magnolia colombiana,
Magnolia compressa,
Magnolia cristalensis,
Magnolia cubensis,
Magnolia cylindrica,
Magnolia dandyi,
Magnolia dawsoniana,
Magnolia delavayi,
Magnolia denudata,
Magnolia dixonii,
Magnolia dodecapetala,
Magnolia domingensis,
Magnolia duclouxii,
Magnolia duperreana,
Magnolia ekmanii,