The magnolia is the official state flower of Louisiana — a large, fragrant, creamy-white bloom set against glossy evergreen leaves.

• Official flower: Magnolia
• Scientific name: Magnolia grandiflora
• Year adopted: 1900
• Native range: the southeastern U.S.

About the magnolia

Louisiana adopted the magnolia in 1900. The southern magnolia’s saucer-sized flowers and rich lemony scent are iconic across the Deep South, and its broad evergreen leaves make it a striking tree year-round.

Where it grows

The southern magnolia is native to the southeastern United States and grows widely across Louisiana, flowering from late spring through summer.

Louisiana state flower FAQs

What is the state flower of Louisiana?

Louisiana’s state flower is the magnolia (Magnolia grandiflora), which it adopted in 1900.

When did Louisiana adopt its state flower?

Louisiana designated the magnolia as its official state flower in 1900.

When do magnolias bloom in Louisiana?

Southern magnolias bloom in Louisiana from late spring through summer, producing large, fragrant, creamy-white flowers.

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