Southern Magnolia

Southern Magnolia

Magnolia grandiflora

Least Concern

Quick Facts

Kingdom: Plantae
Abundance: Abundant
Habitat: Forest, Wetland, Urban
Active Seasons: Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter

One of the most beautiful native trees with large, shiny, dark green leaves, a straight trunk, conical crown, and large white flowers in late spring and summer. Queen of the southern forest, the Southern Magnolia is a popular ornamental and shade tree in warm regions. The flowers are very large and fragrant, and the dried leaves are often used by florists in decorations. The wood is commonly used for furniture, boxes, cabinets, and doors. Height: 60-80’ Spread: 40-50’

Kingdom: Plantae
Phylum: Tracheophyta
Class: Magnoliopsida
Order: Magnoliales
Family: Magnoliaceae
Genus: Magnolia
Species: Magnolia gradiflora

Scientific Name

Magnolia grandiflora
Plant Type
Tree
Foliage
Evergreen
Flowering Season
April-June

Active Seasons

Spring Summer Fall Winter

Habitat Types

Forest
Wetland
Urban

Geographic Distribution

Native to the Southeastern United States, from Virginia to central Florida, and west to East Texas.

Local Abundance

Abundant

Conservation Status

Least Concern

This species is widespread and abundant. No immediate threat to survival.

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