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Magnolia pallescens





Origin:  Dominican Republic.
Family
Magnoliaceae
Genus
Magnolia
Species
pallescens
Category
Woody
Canadian Hardiness Zone
Requires cold season protection under glass.
Height
19 m
Photographs
Description and Growing Information
Flowering Period
October
General Description
Found in 5 locations with a total distribution of only 447 km, this species has been placed on the IUCN Red List as endangered.
Habitat
Western Dominican Republic in montane forests at an altitude of 1,560 - 2,070 m.
Bark/Stem Description
Branches are covered in yellow hairs.
Leaf Description
Thick leaves with yellow hairs on the underside.
Flower Description
Creamy white in colour.
Fruit Description
Deep red coloured fruit produced in August.
Notable Specimens
Valle Nuevo National Park, Constanza, Dominican Republic.
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