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yellow poplar: see magnolia magnolia, common name for plants of the genus Magnolia, and for the Magnoliaceae, a family of deciduous or evergreen trees and shrubs, often with showy flowers. ..... Click the link for more information. . tulip treeor tulip poplar or yellow poplarLofty North American ornamental and timber tree (Liriodendron tulipifera) of the magnolia family, not related to true poplars. It occurs in mixed hardwood stands in eastern North America. It is taller than all other eastern broad-leaved trees (up to 197 ft, or 60 m), and its trunk often has a diameter greater than 7 ft (2 m). Long-stemmed, bright-green leaves have two to four side lobes and blunted tips. Yellowish-green tuliplike flowers have six petals, orange at their bases, and three bright-green sepals. Other characteristics include conelike clusters of winged fruits; aromatic, purplish-brown twigs; stunning golden-yellow autumn leaves; winter buds resembling a duck's bill; and resistance to pests and diseases. The wood is used to manufacture furniture parts, plywood panels, paper, boxes, and crates. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Its hemlock, sycamore, basswood, beech, oak, and yellow poplar trees are as old as 400 years and soar more than 100 feet, while measuring 20 feet in circumference. Chosen by architect Matthew Lloyd for its blond appearance, the timber, more commonly known as yellow poplar, was an affordable alternative to the initial proposal to use green oak. Magnolia lumber resembles yellow poplar and is used for veneer and venetian-blinds, interior trim and toys, bowls and boxes, pallets and pulp, doors and dowels. |
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