Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Magnoliaceae

Genus:

Magnolia

Species:

Magnolia quetzal

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Tree

Height:

2000 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Colors:

white, cream

Keystone Species Ranking

Caterpillar Keystone:

★★☆☆☆ Butterfly & moth species supported by this genus (NWF)

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

birds, butterflies

Fragrant:

Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

Cold/moist stratification required — 90–120 days

Germination Time:

30–90 days

Notes:

Seeds require cold stratification for 3–4 months; germination is often slow and erratic.

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