Magnolia stellata Star magnolia (Magnoliaceae) Deciduous shrub

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Magnolia stellata
Star magnolia
Deciduous shrub
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The Magnolia stellata plant species is found in E. Asia - Japan. It is a member of the Magnoliaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Star magnolia.

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Latin Name:  Magnolia stellata
Common Name:  Star magnolia
Family:  Magnoliaceae
Author:  (Sieb.&Zucc.)Maxim.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  5   Mature Width:  5

Habitat:  Woods in mountains. Found only in the mountains to the northeast of Nagoya[11].

Cultivation Notes: Best grown in a warm position in a moderately rich free soil of an open texture[1]. Succeeds in acid or neutral soils in sun or part shade[184]. Tolerates alkaline soils so long as they are deep and rich in humus[188]. Prefers plenty of humus in the soil[11]. The branches are brittle so a sheltered position is required[200]. Very tolerant of atmospheric pollution[200]. Dormant plants are hardy to about -15°c[184]. 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, the flowers start to be produced when the plant is only 2 years old and have a delicate sweet perfume[245], though they are easily damaged by frost or wind[1]. A number of cultivars have been developed for their ornamental value[200]. Plants are slow-growing[202]. Very closely related to M. kobus and possibly no more than a geographical form of that species[182].

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