Magnolia

Magnolias, a deciduous or immgreen ornamental shrub or tree (named after the French botanist Pierre Magnol) belongs to the magnolia family (Magnoliaceae).
The magnolia is native to North America, the Caribbean, Central America, northern South America and East Asia and is represented there by about 220 species. The plant is cultivated in Europe.
Magnolias show striking white, pink or red flowers in spring, usually before the first leaves.
Magnolia grandiflora is the parent plant of Magnoliae grandiflorae cortex, the dried Magnolia grandiflora bark. These extracts do not play a major role in phytotherapy. However, they may become clinically relevant through cross-reactions with sesquiterterpene lactones of the composites.
The bark of Magnolia officinalis is used in traditional Chinese medicine. Some species like Magnolia officinalis are used medicinally in traditional Chinese medicine or serve as food.

Naturopathy: Use as an aromatic; for rheumatic diseases.

Cosmetics: Magnolia acuminata extract is used as an astringent in cosmetic formulations.

Homeopathy: Magnifolia grandiflora, the fresh flowers are used for rheumatic diseases.