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Magnolia figo (also called banana shrub, port wine magnolia, Michelia figo) is an evergreen tree in the magnolia genus. It grows to 3–4 metres (10–13 feet) tall. It is native to China.
With this guide, you'll discover how to grow this Magnolia relative in a container, how to water, when to repot and fertilize, and more. Captivating fragrance and pretty flowers make banana shrub a must-have houseplant. Photo ©tc397.
Dec 19, 2023 · The banana shrub, also commonly known as the port wine magnolia or banana magnolia, is an ornamental evergreen shrub or small tree of the Magnoliaceae family. Scientifically, this plant is classified as Magnolia figo but was previously known as Michelia figo, a name which some nurseries and resources may still use.
Magnolia figo, also known as banana shrub, is a woody plant in the Magnolia family that blooms in spring with cup-shaped flowers that smell like ripe bananas. It grows well in acidic, well-drained soil and partial shade, and is deer resistant and salt tolerant.
Learn about Magnolia figo, an evergreen tree with fragrant creamy-white, purple, or light purple flowers. Find out how to grow and care for this ornamental plant in different zones and conditions.
Magnolia figo, commonly called banana shrub, is a dense, rounded, multi-stemmed, broadleaf evergreen shrub that typically matures over time to 6-10' tall and as wide. It is native to China. Cup-shaped, creamy pale yellow flowers (to 1 1/2" diameter) bloom from spring to summer (April-June).
Apr 25, 2019 · Banana shrubs (Magnolia figo; formerly Michelia figo) are drought tolerant, evergreen shrubs with beautiful, creamy yellow flowers, which are edged in purple and look like miniature Southern magnolia blooms.
