White Jade Orchid Tree – White Champak

Michelia alba (Wikipedia)

White champaca
Michelia alba (Campii).jpg
Scientific classification
Kingdom:
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Subgenus:
M. subg. Yulania
Section:
M. sect. Michelia
Subsection:
Species:
M × alba
Binomial name
Magnolia × alba
Synonyms

Michelia longifolia Blume
Michelia × alba DC. (basionym)
Sampacca × longifolia (Blume) Kuntze

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Magnolia × alba, also known as the white champaca, white sandalwood, or white jade orchid tree, is a flowering plant of hybrid origin that is commonly cultivated in Southeast Asia and tropical regions of East Asia. Although the exact origin is uncertain, it is considered to be a hybrid of Magnolia champaca and Magnolia montana.

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