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Common Name(s): Southern Magnolia, Magnolia,Southern
Species: Magnolia grandiflora
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Family: Magnoliaceae
Longevity: Perennial
Origin: Native
Height: 15 m
Flowers: May
Fruits: Summer
Description: A medium or sometimes large tree uncommon in rich moist soil in the eastern portion of our region. Elsewhere, planted as an ornamental because of its showy flowers and large evergreen leaves. The Latin name grandiflora refers to its large, fragrant, handsome flowers.
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