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Magnolia macrophylla

Big Leaf Magnolia, Large Leaf Cucumber Tree
Other regional names: Umbrella Tree
  • Umbrella Tree
Also known as: Magnolia macrophylla var. macrophylla +2 more
  • Magnolia macrophylla var. macrophylla
  • Magnolia michauxiana DC.
  • Metamagnolia macrophylla (Michx.) Sima & S.G.Lu
Botanical Data
  • Taxonomic Rank: Species
  • Botanical Family: Magnoliaceae
  • WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a tree.

Magnolia macrophylla (commonly known as Big-Leaf Magnolia or Large-Leaf Cucumber-Tree) is a tree within the Magnoliaceae family. It originates in North America. In its natural range, this species typically occurs in temperate conditions.

Macro Climate
Temperate
Plant Type
Tree

Native Range

Continents (WGSRPD)
NORTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Northeastern U.S.A., Southeastern U.S.A.
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, Ohio, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia

Introduced Range

Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
Illinois, Maryland, New York, Ontario, Pennsylvania

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