Can magnolia fruit be eaten?

1. Can I eat it?

There are many varieties of magnolia, such as purple magnolia, lotus magnolia, white magnolia, etc., all of which can bear fruit. It has not been confirmed which ones are poisonous, but it is best not to eat them. The fruit of the purple magnolia is poisonous and contains some volatile oils. If eaten, it will cause poisoning.

2. The appearance of the fruit

Magnolia fruit is an aggregate fruit with a red outer seed coat and a black inner seed coat. The shape is cylindrical, about 12 to 15 cm long and about 3.5 to 5 cm in diameter. Its follicles are thick, woody, brown in color, with white lenticels, and the seeds are heart-shaped.

3. Function

The magnolia tree is tall with lush branches and buds. It is a great ornamental plant with a fragrant flower when it blooms. In addition, it can purify the air and absorb sulfur dioxide. If you plant a few more in a place, it is like placing an air purifier.