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Ornamental Plants plus Version 3.0 - 00002057
11/12/99

Magnolia tripetala--Umbrella Magnolia


Hardiness Zones: 5 to 8
Height: 30 ft Spread: Form:
Type: deciduous tree
Annual Growth Rate:
Flowers: White
Fruit: Red

Comments: The common name for this native tree refers to
the umbrella-like clusters of leaves at the tip of the
branches. Individual leaves can be 20 inches long, giving
the tree a rather coarse texture. The large, white
flowers (Vis. 1) can reach a diameter of 10 inches. These
are followed by 4-inch long, red fruits.


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