The Umbrella Magnolia is named for its large, umbrella-like leaves that can reach up to 24 inches in length. It produces striking white flowers with a strong fragrance. This tree adds a tropical feel to temperate gardens.
Habitat
It thrives in moist, wooded valleys and along streams in the southeastern United States.
Diet
Its flowers are pollinated by beetles, and its seeds are consumed by birds.
How common
Uncommon
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