Umbrella Magnolia

Magnolia tripetala

Magnoliaceae

Growth Habit

Tree

Description

Tree similar to M. macrophylla, reaching 15' to 30' (to 40') in height. Leaves reach 10" to 24" in lengthand are clustered near the ends of the branches, creating an umbrella effect. Flowers are 6" to 10"across, solitary, unpleasantly scented, borne in May and early June (before those of M. macrophylla). Fruits are 4" long, elongated, cone-shaped, rosy-red, maturing in September and October.

Source of plant

Highland Botanical Park, Louise Mullestein, Cornell Botanic Gardens

USDA Hardiness Zone

4

Special characteristics

foliage characteristics, notable texture