Magnolia obevata, cultivation web site or info

Question

i am looking for information on growing conditions, weather and climatic conditions prefered,

thanks to any one with any web sites or information .... oh Ä°ve checked wikipedia

cheers

Answer 1

Synonyms: Magnolia quinquepeta ((Buc-Holz.)Dandy.), Magnolia purpurea (Curtis.), Magnolia obovata (non Thunb.), Lassonia quinquepeta (Buc'hoz.

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Latin Name:   Magnolia hypoleuca

Family:   Magnoliaceae

Synonyms:   M. obovata.

Known Hazards:   None known



Author:  Sieb.&Zucc.

  

Habit:      A Medium Growing Deciduous Tree

Habitat:  Forests in mountains all over Japan[58, 200].

Height:  15.0     Width:  6.0

Cultivation Details:

Best grown in a warm position in a moderately rich free soil of an open texture[1]. Dislikes alkaline soils[202]. Tolerates alkaline soils so long as they are deep and rich in humus[188]. The branches are brittle so a sheltered position is required[200]. Very tolerant of atmospheric pollution[200]. Hardy to about -20°c[200]. The fleshy roots are easily damaged and any transplanting is best done during a spell of mild moist weather in late spring[182]. A very ornamental plant[1]. Cultivated for its medicinal bark in Japan[178].