Magnolia sprengeri

Magnolia sprengeri, commonly known as the Sprenger's Magnolia, is an exquisite ornamental evergreen prized for its fragrant, creamy-white blossoms. Originating from East Asia, this resilient shrub features glossy, leathery foliage, making it a versatile choice for temperate gardens and providing both aesthetic beauty and a calming, aromatic sensory experience.

  • Scientific name: Magnolia sprengeri
  • Family: Magnoliaceae
  • Native range: Asia-Temperate

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae and order Magnoliales, it is a member of the family Magnoliaceae. Finally, it is categorized under 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, known as Magnolia sprengeri, exhibits a specific distribution pattern across the various regions of China. Its presence is notably recorded within the South-Central part of the country. Additionally, the species can be found growing throughout the North-Central areas of China. The geographical range also extends into the Southeast regions of the nation. Together, these locations define the primary natural habitat for this medicinal species.

Region Area Source
China China South-Central WCVP
China China North-Central WCVP
China China Southeast WCVP

Chemicals

Magnolia sprengeri has 7 reported phytochemicals identified across 7 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 1,8-Cineole, 1,8-cineole, alpha-pinene, beta-pinene, cyanidin-3-O-glucoside chloride.

Total chemicals
7
Scientific sources
7

Most Reported Compounds

Compound Sources Confidence
1,8-Cineole 1 ★☆☆☆☆
1,8-cineole 1 ★☆☆☆☆
alpha-pinene 1 ★☆☆☆☆
beta-pinene 1 ★☆☆☆☆
cyanidin-3-O-glucoside chloride 1 ★☆☆☆☆
trans-caryophyllene 1 ★☆☆☆☆
volatile oil 1 ★☆☆☆☆

Activities

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

Total activities
2
Scientific sources
2

Most Reported Activities

Activity Sources Confidence
Antibacterial 1 ★☆☆☆☆
Antioxidant 1 ★☆☆☆☆

Medicinal Uses

Magnolia sprengeri has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include allergic rhinitis.

Total uses
1
Scientific sources
1

Most Reported Uses

Use Sources Confidence
allergic rhinitis 1 ★☆☆☆☆