The flower of Magnolia grandiflora

Magnolia grandiflora L. Magnoliaceae is an evergreen shrub or tree of the Magnolia genus in North America. The leaves are elliptical or obovate, with a pointed front end and a dark green surface. The edges are not serrated, and there are sparse hairs distributed on the back Flowers grow alone at the front end of branches, resembling the shape of lotus flowers The flower color is white, with purple threads and a fresh fragrance The fruit is a round aggregate fruit with a fuzzy outer skin that automatically cracks when ripe, revealing red seeds. The flowers bloom in May, and due to their large size and lotus like appearance, they are called "lotus magnolias".

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