Michelia yunnanensis (Michelle)
Botanical Information
| Family | Magnoliaceae |
| Genus | Michelia |
| Species | yunnanensis |
| Category | Woody |
| Type | Tree (evergreen) |
| Origin | Yunnan, China. |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 8 - 10 |
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canadian Hardiness Zone | Require cool season protection under glass. |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Zone | H2 - H5 |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Height | 2 - 3 m |
| Spread | 1 - 2 m |
| Growth | Medium |
| Flowering Period | April, May, June |
Description and Growing Information
| Landscape | Foundation plantings, specimens, commercial landscapes, and containers. |
| Notable Specimens | National Trust Trelissick Garden, Feock, near Truro, Cornwall, United Kingdom. |
| Habitat | Pine forests. |
| Leaf Description | Glossy green leathery leaves. |
| Flower Description | Small, creamy-yellow, cup shaped, scented flowers. |
Photographs
Michellia yunnanensis, form. National Trust Trelissick Garden, Feock, near Truro, Cornwall, United Kingdom.
Michellia yunnanensis, leaf. National Trust Trelissick Garden, Feock, near Truro, Cornwall, United Kingdom.
Michellia yunnanensis, flower. National Trust Trelissick Garden, Feock, near Truro, Cornwall, United Kingdom.
Michellia yunnanensis, flower bud. National Trust Trelissick Garden, Feock, near Truro, Cornwall, United Kingdom.
Michellia yunnanensis, form. National Trust Trelissick Garden, Feock, near Truro, Cornwall, United Kingdom.
Michellia yunnanensis, flower bud. National Trust Trelissick Garden, Feock, near Truro, Cornwall, United Kingdom.