Magnolia rostrata
Magnolia rostrata, commonly known as the Beaked Magnolia, is a stunning evergreen tree native to the subtropical forests of Vietnam. Renowned for its distinctive, large, creamy-white blooms and unique elongated petals, this rare species combines ornamental elegance with botanical significance, making it a prized treasure for collectors and enthusiasts.
- Scientific name: Magnolia rostrata
- Family: Magnoliaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. It is further classified under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Magnoliales, falling into the family Magnoliaceae. Ultimately, it is identified by the genus Magnolia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Magnoliales | WCVP |
| Family | Magnoliaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Magnolia | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical range spanning several distinct regions across Asia. Within China, its distribution is notable in the Southeast portions of the country. Additionally, the species can be found growing in the high-altitude areas of Tibet. Beyond Chinese borders, its habitat extends into the Indo-China region. Specifically, one of its primary locations in this area is Myanmar.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| China | Tibet | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Myanmar | WCVP |
Chemicals
Magnolia rostrata has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include honokiol, magnolol.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| honokiol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| magnolol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |