Common Name

Southern Magnolia

Scientific Name

Magnolia grandiflora

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
Habitat

Forest, Wetland, Urban

Distribution

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

Seasonality

Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter

Abundance

Abundant

Activity Time

Diurnal

Diet

Behavior

Ecological Role

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Threats & Impacts

Notes