Order: Magnoliales
Family: Magnoliaceae
General Overview: Magnolia sinica is a species of flowering plant in the family Magnoliaceae, native to southeast Yunnan Province, China. M.sinica has been categorized as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List and identified as a "Plant Species with Extremely Small Populations(PSESP)". There are an estimated 50 wild individuals remaining.
Morphological Features: As it is a tree reaching 40 m with a straight trunk, it is subject to logging pressure.
Biological Characteristics: The reproductive status of Magnolia sinica is notably challenging, with a low yield of fruits and seeds, and the scarcity of seedlings observed in the wild. This predicament may be attributed to a myriad of intricate ecological factors, posing significant challenges to the species' survival. Conservation efforts and scientific research are of paramount importance in safeguarding the viability and propagation of Magnolia sinica.
