No, Southern magnolia seeds are not edible for humans and are considered mildly poisonous. While animals like birds and squirrels eat them, they are a high-energy food source for wildlife and should be avoided by people.
Why you shouldn't eat them
- Toxicity: Southern magnolia seeds can be mildly poisonous if ingested by humans.
- For wildlife: The seeds are a high-fat, high-energy food source for a variety of wildlife, including birds and squirrels.
- Confusion with edible parts: Some resources may confuse the seeds with other edible parts of certain magnolia species, such as the flowers, which are sometimes pickled or used as a spice. The seeds and seedpods themselves are not safe for human consumption.
