Magnolia flower

Magnolia, also known as Magnolia or Magnolia, is a deciduous tree native to China. It is generally about 4-5 meters high. Leaves alternate, Obovate, leaf tip protruding; flowers bearing branches, solitary, one flower per branch, early spring leaves open, color such as jade, fragrance like orchid, hence the name.

Magnolia buds in autumn and blossoms in early spring. Warm ground 1-2 months, cold regions 3-4 months, flowering period about 10 days, flowers large diameter of about 15 cm, calyx petalization and Corolla into 9 pieces. Ornamental trees for precious gardens.

Magnolia also has cold tolerance, only young plants first planted in Beijing-Tianjin area, overwintering should cover grass and cultivate soil to prevent cold. Magnolia likes the sun, but it is also slightly resistant to shade, especially in the seedling stage. Magnolia fleshy roots are abominable and moist, afraid of stagnant water, and should be planted in sandy fertile soil with smooth drainage.

In terms of management, base fertilizer can be applied in tree planing ditch during dormancy, and liquid fertilizer should be applied 1 or 2 times during growth period. Water in time during drought and pay attention to drainage in rainy season. Magnolia has strong germination, but the ability of callus is poor, so pruning should be light and not too heavy. The flowers, leaves, roots and barks of Magnolia can be used as medicine.