Chinese magnolia tree
Magnolia laevifolia

Family: Magnoliaceae

What it is like

A shrub or small tree. The leaves are small and oval. They are olive green with a golden edge. They are leathery. There are several flowers in the axils of leaves. They are ivory coloured with pale yellow stamens. They have a scent.

Where it is found

It is a tropical plant. It grows in mountainous areas. In Yunnan.

Countries/locations it is found in

Asia, China, Indonesia, SE Asia

How it is used for food

Edible parts

Flowers

How it is grown

Plants can be grown from seed.

Its other names

Local names

Pohon cempaka cina

Synonyms

Michelia yunnanensis Franch. ex Finet & Gagnep.; and others