Magnolia garrettii
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Summary
Source: WikipediaMagnolia garrettii is a species of plant in the family Magnoliaceae. It is found in northern Thailand, northern Vietnam, and Yunnan, China.
Description
A shrub in the Magnoliaceae family found in Yunnan, with edible flowers.
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Edible Uses
The flowers are eaten.
Distribution
In Yunnan.
Where It Grows
Asia, China,
Cultivation
A fast-growing species.
Other Uses
The tree is planted as a pioneer species in northern Thailand in reforestation projects to restore native woodland - it is planted in degraded woodland and open areas in a mix with various other species that all have the ability to grow fast; produce dense, weed-suppressing crowns; and attract seed-dispersing wildlife, particularly birds and bats.
References (1)
- Liu, Yi-tao, & Long, Chun-Lin, 2002, Studies on Edible Flowers Consumed by Ethnic Groups in Yunnan. Acta Botanica Yunnanica. 24(1):41-56 (As Manglietia garrettii)
