Magnolia portoricensis (Jagilla,(Spanish); Puerto Rican Magnolia)
Botanical Information
| Family | Magnoliaceae |
| Genus | Magnolia |
| Species | portoricensis |
| Synonyms | Magnolia patoricensis |
| Category | Woody |
| Origin | Puerto Rico. |
| Ethnobotanical Uses Disclaimer | Timber is used for manufacturing furniture. |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Height | 12-25 m |
| Growth | Slow |
Description and Growing Information
| General Description | With a declining distribution area of 3,054 km, this species has been placed on the IUCN Red List as endangered. |
| Cultivation | Moist soil with a pH between 5 and 7.5 in full to partial shade. |
| Habitat | Montane forests in central and western Puerto Rico at an altitude of 780-960 m. |
| Leaf Description | Oval, alternate and shiny green. |
| Flower Description | Fragrant large white flowers. |
| Fruit Description | Conical and green, 3.5 x 2.5 cm. |