Magnolias are actually one of the world’s oldest flowering plants. Due to this, it has a rich background and significance. u003cstrongu003eTheir long lifespan makes them a u003ca href=u0022https://gardentherapy.ca/flower-color-meaning-and-symbolism/u0022u003esymbolism of enduranceu003c/au003e.u003c/strongu003e u003cbr/u003eu003cbr/u003eIn ancient China, they represented femininity and gentleness. The Aztecs also grew magnolia trees for their beauty. They’re now am important symbol to the south thanks for the multitude of southern magnolia trees in the southern US States.