Description

White Magnolia grandiflora, Him Champa – Plant

Name: White Magnolia grandiflora, Him Champa - Plant
SKU: HIM-CH-09
Price: 649.00 INR
Availability: InStock

Magnolia grandiflora also known as the Southern magnolia or bull bay, is a big evergreen tree or shrub with fragrant white blooms and lustrous, dark green foliage. This magnolia species is indigenous to the southeastern United States, and it thrives in the region’s warm and humid climate, especially in coastal plains and lowland areas.

Southern magnolia blooms have a pleasant, lemony aroma and bloom from late spring to early summer. They are typically white in color, with a distinctive structure of thick, waxy petals forming a saucer-like shape. After the petals have faded, cone-like fruits with bright crimson seeds appear.

Usage of Evergreen Magnolia

It is a popular ornamental tree in landscaping and gardens due to its striking appearance and captivating fragrance. Its broad, evergreen canopy offers great shade and privacy, making it a popular choice for residential and commercial landscapes in climate-appropriate areas. This tree is extremely important in its native habitat, as it supports a variety of wildlife species, including birds who eat its seeds.

Characteristics of Evergreen Magnolia

It can grow to an impressive size: It can reach heights of up to 50-80 feet, forming a majestic, towering presence in the landscape.
Large, fragrant flowers: White flowers, making it a visually and aromatically captivating addition to gardens.
Its leaves are leathery: The leaves of this tree are thick and leathery, with a shiny, dark green upper surface and a brownish, fuzzy underside.
It bears cone-like fruits: After the flowering season, the tree develops cone-like fruit clusters that contain bright red seeds.
Popular landscape ornamental: Additionally, this tree is widely chosen for landscaping and gardens. Its evergreen canopy provides shade, privacy, and aesthetic appeal, particularly with its fragrant flowers.
It provides habitat for wildlife: The dense foliage also offers shelter to various small animals. Birds being particularly attracted to its seeds.
Cultural and historical significance: Moreover, the tree has cultural and historical significance, serving as the state flower of Mississippi and Louisiana.