Magnolia polyhypsophylla
Almenegra de Ventanas
Family |
Magnoliaceae |
Genus |
Magnolia |
Species |
polyhypsophylla |
Category |
Woody |
Synonyms |
Talauma polyhpsophylla |
Canadian Hardiness Zone |
Requires cold season protection under glass. |
Height |
25 m |
Spread |
80 cm |
General Description |
With a distribution area of only 100 km and 12 mature individuals, this species has been placed on the IUCN Red List as critically endangered. |
Habitat |
Cloudy rainforests at an altitude of 1,800 - 2,600 m. |
Bark/Stem Description |
Grey with dark streaks. |
Leaf Description |
Elliptic, alternate, light vibrant green with a pale green underside. |
Flower Description |
Yellow flowers with cream sepals. |
Fruit Description |
Elliptic, 6.6 - 7 x 2.6 - 3 cm, produced February through April. |