Kalmia Latifolia

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Magnolia kachirachirai (syn. Parakmeria kachirachirai)[2] is a species of flowering plant in the family Magnoliaceae. It is endemic to Taiwan.[1]

This is a tree growing up to 20 meters tall. The leathery oval-shaped leaves are up to 12 centimeters long. It bears bisexual flowers with whorls of yellow tepals and many stamens.[2]

This species is known from just a few locations in fragmented habitat. Its populations are declining. Its habitat is cleared for human use and it is cut for timber. It is also grown as an ornamental.[1]

References

  1. ^ a b c Global Tree Specialist Group (2014). "Magnolia kachirachirai". IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. 2014: e.T31261A2802780. doi:10.2305/IUCN.UK.2014-1.RLTS.T31261A2802780.en. Retrieved 16 November 2021.
  2. ^ a b Parakmeria kachirachirai. Flora of China.


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