Magnolia martini

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Synonyms

• Michelia longistamina
• Michelia martini
• Michelia bodinieri

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Magnoliales, it is further categorized into the family Magnoliaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Magnolia, specifically as the species Magnolia martini.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant exhibits a specific geographical range concentrated within certain regions of Asia. In China, its presence is noted across the South-Central territories. It is also found throughout the Southeast regions of the country. Beyond Chinese borders, the species extends into the Indo-China peninsula. Specifically, this distribution includes the nation of Vietnam.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Botanical Identification

Ecology

The ecology of Magnolia martini is characterized by its specific distribution within montane environments, where it occupies a distinct altitudinal niche. This species is primarily found across an elevational range that spans from a minimum of 1000 m AMSL to a maximum of 2000 m AMSL. Throughout its natural habitat, the plant maintains an average elevational range of approximately 1500 m AMSL, suggesting a preference for mid-elevation montane ecosystems. These parameters indicate that its survival and reproductive success are closely tied to the specific climatic and soil conditions typical of these particular vertical zones within its native range.

Elevational range max:

2000 m AMSL

Elevational range mean:

1500 m AMSL

Elevational range min:

1000 m AMSL

Life history

The life history of Magnolia martini is characterized by its status as a perennial organism, allowing it to persist through multiple growing seasons and establish a stable presence in its ecological niche. As a phanerophyte, its regenerative buds are located on aerial shoots well above the ground, a structural adaptation that supports its woody growth habit and long-term survival. This phanerophyte life form ensures that the plant can maintain its stature and reproductive capacity over many years, contributing to its enduring role within its natural habitat.

Life form :

phanerophyte

Lifecycle :

perennial

Morphology

The morphology of Magnolia martini is characterized by a robust, woody growth form, specifically categorized as a tree. It is a self-supporting plant that does not require climbing structures, functioning as an independent organism rather than a parasite or an epiphyte. This terrestrial species typically reaches a significant stature, with an average plant height of approximately 20 m.

Aquatic :

terrestrial

Climber :

self-supporting

Epiphyte :

terrestrial

Growth form :

tree

Parasite :

independent

Plant height mean:

20 m

Woodiness :

woody

Physiology

The physiology of Magnolia martini is characterized by a C3 photosynthetic pathway, which governs its carbon fixation processes and metabolic efficiency. The vegetative morphology is defined by its leaf dimensions, which exhibit significant variability in size. The foliage typically presents a mean leaf length of 15 cm, though individual specimens may vary from a minimum of 12 cm to a maximum of 18 cm. In terms of lateral expansion, the leaf width ranges from a minimum of 3 cm to a maximum of 5 cm, facilitating the surface area necessary for optimal light interception and gas exchange within its ecological niche.

Leaf length max:

18 cm

Leaf length mean:

15 cm

Leaf length min:

12 cm

Leaf width max:

5 cm

Leaf width min:

3 cm

Photosynthetic pathway :

C3

Reproduction

Reproduction in Magnolia martini is characterized by the development of distinct aggregate fruits that serve as the primary vessel for seed dispersal. The morphological dimensions of these fruits exhibit specific variability, with the fruit length typically ranging from a minimum of 9 cm to a maximum of 15 cm. On average, the fruit length maintains a mean value of 12 cm, reflecting the typical maturation state of the reproductive structures. These elongated fruit bodies play a critical role in the plant's life cycle, ensuring the protection and eventual distribution of seeds to facilitate new growth.

Fruit length max:

15 cm

Fruit length mean:

12 cm

Fruit length min:

9 cm

Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)

Activities

Magnolia martini has 2 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant, Hypolipidemic.

Antioxidant

1. Pakistan journal of pharmaceutical sciences

Hypolipidemic

1. Pakistan journal of pharmaceutical sciences

Preparations

Magnolia martini has 1 reported preparations identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include volatile oils.

Volatile oils

1. Pakistan journal of pharmaceutical sciences