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Umbrella magnolia

Magnolia tripetala

Description:

This is a deciduous tree native to the southeastern United States. In a natural setting the Umbrella magnolia can grow 15 m tall. The flowers are large with 6-9 creamy-white petals and a large red style, which later develops into a red fruit containing several red seeds. These trees are attractive and easy to grow. The leaves turn yellow in the autumn.

Habitat:

Wooded area near creek

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Maria dB
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Maria dB

Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA

Spotted on Nov 9, 2013
Submitted on Nov 14, 2013

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