Magnolia
Magnolia
Magnolia (/mæɡˈnoʊliə/) is a large genus of about 210 flowering plant species in the subfamily Magnolioideae of the family Magnoliaceae. It is named after French botanist Pierre Magnol.
Etymology
The genus Magnolia is named after French botanist Pierre Magnol, who contributed significantly to the development of the concept of plant families.
Description
Magnolia trees are prized for their large, fragrant flowers, large leathery leaves, and bold branching habit. The flowers may be white, pink or purple. Flowering is followed by the fruiting stage. The fruit is a cluster of follicles, each of which contains a small red, orange, or pink seed.
Species
There are about 210 species of magnolia. Some of the most well-known species include Magnolia grandiflora, also known as the southern magnolia or bull bay, and Magnolia stellata, commonly known as star magnolia.
Uses
Magnolias are widely grown as ornamental trees in gardens for their beautiful, fragrant flowers. Some species are also used in traditional medicine. For example, the bark of Magnolia officinalis has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for centuries.
Related Terms
- Magnoliaceae: The plant family to which magnolias belong.
- Magnolioideae: The subfamily of the Magnoliaceae family that includes magnolias.
- Magnolia grandiflora: A species of magnolia also known as the southern magnolia or bull bay.
- Magnolia stellata: A species of magnolia commonly known as star magnolia.
- Magnolia officinalis: A species of magnolia whose bark is used in traditional Chinese medicine.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Magnolia
- Wikipedia's article - Magnolia
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