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Laurel Magnolia (Magnolia splendens)

Magnolia splendens, commonly known as Laurel Magnolia, is a large evergreen tree from the Caribbean, featuring glossy leaves and fragrant white flowers.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun to partial shade. Protect young trees from intense afternoon sun.

Watering

Water regularly, especially during dry periods, to maintain consistent soil moisture. Reduce watering in cooler months but do not allow the soil to dry out completely.

Soil

Well-draining, fertile, slightly acidic to neutral soil. Prefers loamy or sandy loam.

Temperature

Thrives in warm temperatures between 18-25 °C. Sensitive to frost and prolonged cold.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Feed in spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer. Avoid over-fertilizing. Supplement with compost annually.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun to partial shade. Protect young trees from intense afternoon sun.

Water

Water regularly, especially during dry periods, to maintain consistent soil moisture. Reduce watering in cooler months but do not allow the soil to dry out completely.

Soil

Well-draining, fertile, slightly acidic to neutral soil. Prefers loamy or sandy loam.

Temperature

Thrives in warm temperatures between 18-25 °C. Sensitive to frost and prolonged cold.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Feed in spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer. Avoid over-fertilizing. Supplement with compost annually.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Tree

Plant Category

Flowering, Foliage, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

15-25 m

Spread

8-15 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple, evergreen

Flower Size

10-15 cm

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Synonyms
Dugandiodendron splendens (Urb.) Sima & S.G.Lu
Talauma splendens (Urb.) McLaughlin
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderMagnoliales
  • familyMagnoliaceae
  • genusMagnolia
  • speciesMagnolia splendens
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

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