Magnolia acuminata

Common Name: Cucumber Magnolia

Plant Type: Tree

Habitat:

Light Requirements: sun, part sun, shade

Soil Moisture: mesic, wet

Soil Type: well-drained & slightly acidic

Height: 50 to 70 ft

Bloom Time: spring

Flower Colour: yellow-green

Germination Requirements: Moss germination, seed germinates best in the presence of both light and high atmospheric moisture

Details/Comments: Orange fruit favoured by birds. Rich moist acidic soils, does not withstand extreme drought. Deep roots.

Common Name (Alt): Cucumber Magnolia

Picture Copyright: John Oyston