what is this tree
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Dianne
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does anyone know what this tree is? This is only photo I have of bloom but the leaves are very large ( 1 foot across) & bark is smooth green. A friend took this photo in Jackson, MS
31 answers
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This is a guess, because you really can't see the shape of the leaves, but, based on the size you said, and because on the left that looks like the underside of a bloom: possibly big-leaf magnolia, Magnolia macrophylla.
Douglas Hunt
on Jul 17, 2012
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The Flower almost looks like a tulip Poplar....
Sharron W
on Jul 17, 2012
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Possibly an Empress Tree. Can't really tell by size of picture.
Linda P
on Jul 17, 2012
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I was also thinking Tulip Poplar.
Jean
on Jul 17, 2012
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lady slipper family?? LARGE ONE!!
Stasea
on Jul 17, 2012
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I WOULD SAY A MAGNOLIA TRIPITALIA
Barbara M
on Jul 17, 2012
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It's a Plumeria tree I have one in my backyard.
Russ S
on Jul 17, 2012
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no way, its NOT a Plumeria Tree
Dorothy H
on Jul 17, 2012
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looks more like the Bigleaf Magnolia, Large-leaved Cucumber Tree (Magnolia macrophylla)...NOT the Plumeria tree
Dianne
on Jul 17, 2012
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from the friend that took the photo: This is NOT a magnolia of any kind..this is a tropical tree with very large leaves and a soft bark. Sort of like the rice paper plant some people allow.
Dianne
on Jul 17, 2012
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Thanks for the answers, but I'm still hoping for more ideas.
Dianne
on Jul 17, 2012
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When you find out, I would like to know the best part of the country to grow these. Thanks.
MARY T
on Jul 18, 2012
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Where was the photo taken? Is it possible for your friend to take more, so that we can at least see the shape of the leaf?
Douglas Hunt
on Jul 18, 2012
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I'm thinking Tulip Poplar also.
Barb W
on Jul 18, 2012
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Tulip Poplar tree bark isn't smooth though. Leaves are also different.
Ana L
on Jul 18, 2012
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Take a leaf to your local plant nursery and ask.
Colleen L
on Jul 18, 2012
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TULIP POPLAR LEAVES ARE SHAPED LIKE A TULIP...SOURWOOD?
JILL WOLFE
on Jul 18, 2012
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Sourwoods' (Oxydendron) southern-most range is N.Carolina. and the leaves are a maximum 3" wide. For sure need a more comprehensive photo to ID it.
Leanna Anthonsen
on Jul 18, 2012
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We have Sourwoods all over our farm in North GA. The leaves are shiny and shaped differently. The leaves in the photo also look stiffer and have different veining They are in bloom now, with drooping clusters of fragrant white blossoms.
Cheryl C
on Jul 18, 2012
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My guess would be Chinese parasol tree.
Amy Roeder
on Jul 18, 2012
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Hey Cheryl C, Thanx for the infor about Sourwood tree in N. Ga. People are always the best testament to what is and what isn't, not textbooks.
Leanna Anthonsen
on Jul 19, 2012
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I would say none of us can really tell, by the size of the photo.
Delores M
on Jul 21, 2012
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It definitely is not Tulip Poplar. The bloom is not right for tulip poplar.
Grace F
on Jul 23, 2012
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Amy, I think you are right. I just looked at pictures of a chinese parasol tree and this picture looks just like it.
Nancy
on Jul 23, 2012
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Desmos sp (Red flower) -Rare variety of Ylang Ylang shrub with red flowers. Lemon candy fragrance. Delicate plant, cold sensitive, collectible. Vigorous grower once established providing warm humid conditions toptropicals.com
Sharron W
on Jul 25, 2012
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new photos of this tree, notice green smooth bark, big split leaves like a maple only huge....
Dianne
on Jul 28, 2012
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The trunk looks like a young striped maple(Acer pensylvanicum). Do the leaves have the shape of a big gooses' foot? That's another common name -goose foot maple and snakebark maple.
Leanna Anthonsen
on Jul 29, 2012
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WOW! @Dianne...you know I was hoping the photo I found MIGHT be something you recognized...but Looks obviously different...I think Leanna Might be on the right track... What do you think?
Sharron W
on Jul 29, 2012
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Chinese Parasol Tree...I think we have found it...google it & see if you agree...
Dianne
on Jul 30, 2012
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The Chinese parasol tree (Firmiana simplex) has immense leaves measuring about a foot across. The picture at left shows a young cluster of leaves that are only a few inches across. Although this tree is supposed to be frost sensitive, ours never seem to be harmed by our winter temperatures, even down to the 20's. When the leaves drop in the fall, they look like brown paper bags strewn about the yard and we don't really rake them so much as just gather them up. The trunk and branches are covered with smooth bark that is a striking green, especially in the winter when the branches are bare. That's what I found along with photos so similar to yours that ummmm yep I'd say you found your tree....LOL
Sharron W
on Jul 30, 2012
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Amy Roeder was right, thanks to everyone for your help, now I know what to buy.
Dianne
on Jul 30, 2012
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