Magnolia straitifolia (Palo Cucharillo, Pandala (Spanish))
Botanical Information
| Family | Magnoliaceae |
| Genus | Magnolia |
| Species | straitifolia |
| Synonyms | Dugandiodendron striatifoliaum |
| Category | Woody |
| Origin | Ecuador, Colombia. |
| Ethnobotanical Uses Disclaimer | Wood is used for carpentry. |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Flowering Period | July |
Description and Growing Information
| General Description | Occurring in only 4 locations with a distribution area of only 4,907 km, this species has been placed on the IUCN Red List as endangered. |
| Habitat | Humid, tropical rainforests at an altitude of 50-260 m. |
| Flower Description | Spoon shaped petals, |
| Fruit Description | Produced in June and August |