cylindrical magnolia (Magnolia cylindrica) plant — close-up photo
Moderate to grow

cylindrical magnolia

Magnolia cylindrica

Overview

Cylindrical Magnolia (Magnolia cylindrica) is an evergreen tree native to the lowland subtropics of southeastern Asia. This species can reach a maximum height of 30 feet and 8-15 inches in width. It produces fragrant white flowers that are 2.5-3.5 inches long and are produced in summer and early fall. The bark is smooth and gray-brown in color, while the leaves are oblong and obovate and are 4-8 inches long. Its fruit is a cylindrical cone that is 3-5 inches long. This species is best grown in moist, well-drained, acidic soils in full sun or partial shade.

Care Guide

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Watering

Average

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Light

Full sun, part shade.

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Temperature

Hardiness zone 5-9.

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Pruning

Best pruned in February, March, April, December, January, February, March, April, May.

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Propagation

Seed Propagation, Cutting, Grafting Propagation, Layering Propagation

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