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cloudforest magnolia
Scientific Name: Magnolia dealbata
Family: Magnoliaceae
Category: Dicot
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Magnolia dealbata
Magnolia dealbata, also known as the Cloudforest Magnolia or Mexican bigleaf magnolia, is a captivating tree species native to Mexico.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Magnolia dealbata Zucc.
- Synonyms: Magnolia macrophylla var. dealbata (Zuccarini) J. D. Tobe
- Family: Magnoliaceae
Distribution and Habitat
- This magnolia is endemic to Mexico, specifically found in the cloud forests ranging from Hidalgo to Oaxaca and Veracruz.
- It thrives in moist, sub-deciduous cloud forests, often in ravines.
Ecological Role
- Magnolia dealbata is an endangered species, facing threats in its native habitat.
- Conservation efforts are underway to protect existing subpopulations and restore cloud forest ecosystems.
Morphological Characteristics
- Magnolia iltisiana is a tree usually growing 20 - 40 metres tall, exceptionally to 45 metres.
- Cloud forest magnolias often have huge leaves.
Interesting Interactions
- Bees have been observed visiting the flowers of Magnolia dealbata.
Further Information
- Taxonomic Serial Number (TSN): 895290