Status:
valid
Authors:
(Dandy ex Noot.) Figlar & Noot.
Source:
wcs
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
Blumea 49: 95 (2004)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000465075
Common Names
- Sabahensis Magnolia
- Sabahensis Tulip Tree
- Sabahensis Yulan
Description
Magnolia sabahensis (also called Sabah Magnolia, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen tree native to the rainforests of Southeast Asia. It grows in moist, shady habitats, and has large, white flowers and glossy, dark green leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Magnolia sabahensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for its timber. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Magnolia sabahensis has large, fragrant white flowers with 6-12 petals and a yellow center. The seeds are round and brown, and the seedlings have large, glossy green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Magnolia sabahensis is a deciduous tree that can reach up to 15 m in height. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings taken in late summer.
Where to Find Magnolia sabahensis
Magnolia sabahensis is native to eastern Asia and is found in moist forests, thickets, and along streams. It is also cultivated as an ornamental plant.
Magnolia sabahensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Magnolia sabahensis?
Magnolia sabahensis
What is the common name of Magnolia sabahensis?
Sabahensis Magnolia
What is the natural habitat of Magnolia sabahensis?
Mixed deciduous forests
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,
References
Richard B. Figlar: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Figlar' in the authors string.