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Petal Powered The Southern Magnolia in bloom
The Flower of the South
Magnolias are believed to be the earliest known flowering plants, dating back to over 100 million years
This iconic bloom has become a symbol of the South Magnolia trees existed before bees, so they rely on beetles for pollination.
The magnolia flowers can grow as large as 12 inches across and consist of up to 18 leathery petals.
The magnolia is named after French botanist Pierre Magnol. The magnolia is the official state flower of both Mississippi and Louisiana
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