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Bransford, W.D. and Dolphia
Magnolia fraseri Walt.
Mountain magnolia, Fraser Magnolia
Magnoliaceae (Magnolia Family)
USDA Symbol: mafr
USDA Native Status: Native to U.S.
A tree often branched near the base, with an open crown of spreading branches, large leaves, and very large flowers.
Named for John Fraser (1750-1811), Scottish botanist, who introduced many North American plants to Europe. This species, of scattered distribution, is fairly common in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Planted as an ornamental for the large flowers and coarse foliage.
Bloom Information
Bloom Color: WhiteBloom Time: Mar , Apr , May
Distribution
USA: AL , GA , KY , NC , NY , OH , SC , TN , VA , WVNative Distribution: W. Virginia and West Virginia south to n. Georgia; at 800-5000 (244-1524 m).
Native Habitat: Moist soils of mountain valleys in hardwood forests.
USDA Native Status: L48(N)
Growing Conditions
Water Use: HighLight Requirement: Part Shade
CaCO3 Tolerance: Low
Benefit
Conspicuous Flowers: yesBibliography
Bibref 996 - Gardening with Native Plants of the South (1994) Wasowski, Sally and Andy WasowskiSearch More Titles in Bibliography
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Metadata
Record Modified: 2009-02-18Research By: TWC Staff
