Saucer magnolia

Saucer magnolia (Magnolia × soulangeana) 二乔木兰

Magnolia × soulangeana, commonly known as saucer magnolia, is a deciduous tree that flowers in early spring in Shenzhen. Its goblet-shaped flowers are large and fragrant. They can be white, pink, purple or red-purple. The blooms appear on naked branches before leaves unfurl. Recommended places to view the flowers include Bijia Mountain Park, Lianhua Hill Park, and Litchi Park. Photos by Liu Minxia