Michelia maudiae

Michelia maudiae

Michelia maudiae is a prized evergreen ornamental tree native to southern China and Hainan.

In its natural habitat, it can reach up to 20 m, but in gardens, it is usually a smaller tree or shrub, 5-10 m tall.

Leaves are leathery, elliptical, and 7-18 cm long. They are an intense, dark green on top and a lighter, bluish-green on the underside.

They are smooth and glossy.

The flowers are very large, single, with 9 white petals. The flowers are intensely fragrant.

Michelia maudiae requires fertile, acidic, well-drained soil, and constantly moist.

It is relatively hardy, which means it tolerates light frosts, but in colder climates, it requires a sheltered location.

It prefers a sunny or partly sunny location.