Small to medium evergreen tree of the magnolia family reaching up to 8m (26ft). The leaves are lanceolate and the axillary flowers are yellow. The tree is propagated by seed and mainly cultivated in China and Japan for export and home markets. Disclaimer: Please note the International Federation of Aromatherapists do not recommend that Essential Oils Carrier Oils or Hydrosols be taken internally unless under the supervision of a Medical Doctor who is also qualified in clinical Aromatherapy.