Franklinia alatamaha
Franklin Tree, Franklintree
Also known as: Franklinia alatama Raf. +9 more
- Franklinia alatama Raf.
- Franklinia americana Marshall ex Pers.
- Gordonia alatamaha (Marshall) Sarg.
- Gordonia altamaha (Bartr. ex Marshall) Sarg.
- Gordonia frankliniae L'Hér.
- Gordonia franklinii L'Hér.
- Gordonia pubescens var. subglabra DC.
- Gordonia pubescens var. velutina DC.
- Lacathea florida Salisb.
- Michauxia sessilis Salisb.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Theaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a shrub or tree.
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Found natively in North America, Franklinia alatamaha (commonly known as Franklin tree) is a shrub or tree belonging to the Theaceae family. Within its native range, this species is most commonly linked to temperate conditions. It is the only recognized species within its genus.
Macro Climate
Temperate
Plant Type
Tree
Plant Type
Shrub
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
NORTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Southeastern U.S.A.
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Georgia