Encyclopedia of Stanford Trees, Shrubs, and Vines

Magnolia virginiana. SWEET BAY. Southeastern United States
MAGNOLIACEAE (Magnolia family)

A small tree that has fragrant white flowers. One grows on the south side of Green Library across from Koret Court, and two are near the northeast corner of Dinkelspiel Auditorium. All were planted March, 2003.

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Additions/Revisions: The Green library tree was removed in 2005. One tree remained at Braun prior to the 2008 White Plaza renovation.

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Related material: SHRF Plant Culture Data Sheets

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