Bigleaf Magnolia has the largest simple leaf and single flower of any native North American plant. Its enormous leaves can grow up to 30 inches long, and its flowers are creamy white with a purple center. This tree is a showstopper in any landscape.
Habitat
It is found in rich, mesic forests of the southeastern United States.
Diet
Beetles are primary pollinators, and its seeds are a food source for birds and mammals.
How common
Rare
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