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Sweetbay magnolia

Magnolia virginiana

Photo by mary.gallo.m
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Description:

Sweetbay Magnolia (Magnolia virginiana). Sweetbay magnolia flowers occur singly at branch ends. The creamy white flowers have 6 to 12 petals. Have a wonderful fragnance. The leaves are long and oval with blunt tips. A small semi-evergreen tree that blooms in early summer.

Habitat:

This sweetbay magnolia is growing wild on the edge of the woods next to the yard. Almost hidden by other trees.

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PublishedJune 8, 2014

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