Magnolia gilbertoi
Cana Bravo, Hojarasco de Gilberto
Family |
Magnoliaceae |
Genus |
Magnolia |
Species |
gilbertoi |
Category |
Tropicals |
Type |
Tree (deciduous) |
Synonyms |
Talauma gilbertoi |
General Description |
Found in only 5 locations, this species has been placed on the IUCN Red List as endangered. |
Growth |
Medium |
Habitat |
Forests on steep slopes distributed from the basin of River Cauca up to the basin of River Otun, at an altitude of 1,800-3,300 m. |
Leaf Description |
Thick and fleshy leaves. |
Fruit Description |
Produced in June. |
Ethnobotanical Uses (Disclaimer) |
Timber is used for building fences and farm buildings. |