Magnolia acuminata Cucumber tree (Magnoliaceae) Deciduous tree

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Magnolia acuminata
Cucumber tree
Deciduous tree
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The Magnolia acuminata plant species is found in Eastern N. America - New York to Georgia, west to Alabama and Ontario. It is a member of the Magnoliaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Cucumber tree.

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Latin Name:  Magnolia acuminata
Common Name:  Cucumber tree
Family:  Magnoliaceae
Author:  (L.)L.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  20   Mature Width:  10

Habitat:  Rich woods, especially in uplands[43]. Low mountain slopes and the rocky banks of streams[82].

Medicinal Information: A tea made from the bark is antiperiodic, aromatic, mildly diaphoretic, laxative, stimulant, tonic[4, 222]. It has historically been used as a substitute for quinine in the treatment of malaria[222]. An infusion has been used in the treatment of stomach ache and cramps[257]. The bark has been chewed by people trying to break the tobacco habit[222]. A hot infusion of the bark has been snuffed to treat sinus problems and has also been held in the mouth to treat toothaches[257]. The bark is harvested in the autumn and dried for later use[238]. It does not store well so stocks should be renewed annually[238]. A tea made from the fruit is a tonic, used in the treatment of general debility and was formerly esteemed in the treatment of stomach ailments[222].

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