Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Sánchez-Gonz., Gut.-Lozano & A.Vázquez
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2021
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 513: 272 (2021)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000027808
Common Names
- Magnolia Zotictla
- Zotictla Magnolia
- Zotictla
Description
Magnolia zotictla (also called Zotictla Magnolia, among many other common names) is a small tree native to Central and South America. It grows in tropical rainforests and can reach up to 10 meters in height. Its leaves are simple, alternate, and elliptic in shape. Its flowers are white and its fruits are drupes.
Uses & Benefits
Magnolia zotictla has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It has also been used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Magnolia zotictla is white and bell-shaped. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Magnolia zotictla is a fast-growing shrub that can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. When propagating from seeds, it is best to sow them in a well-draining soil mix and keep them in a warm, humid environment. When propagating from cuttings, it is best to use semi-hardwood cuttings taken from the current season's growth. These should be placed in a well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Magnolia zotictla
Magnolia zotictla is native to Mexico and can be found in the Sierra Madre Oriental.
Magnolia zotictla FAQ
What is the scientific name of Magnolia zotictla?
Magnolia zotictla
What are the common names of Magnolia zotictla?
Mexican Magnolia, Zapotec Magnolia
What is the native range of Magnolia zotictla?
Mexico
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,