Images of the Yulan Magnolia (Magnolia denudata)

Yulan Magnolia

Magnolia denudata

Native to China, this magnolia is also grown and planted in the United States for its large, beautiful flowers. Trees grow up to 15 m tall and produce fragrant white flowers 10-15 cm diameter from early to late spring. This species has been cultivated in China for at least 1,000 years.

Habitat:Planted as an ornamental, growing in full sun to part shade.

Growth Habit:Deciduous tree, growing up to 15 m tall.

Bloom Time:Early spring.

Presence in US:DC MD NY

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