Chinese catalpa (Catalpa ovata)
Chinese catalpa, also known as Yellow catalpa
The tree in question is the Chinese Catalpa (Catalpa ovata). Native to China and widely cultivated as an ornamental tree in Europe and North America, it emits a pleasant fragrance when its leaves are bruised. The distinctive three-lobed leaves often lead to confusion with Paulownia tomentosa.
Key Facts About Chinese catalpa
Attributes of Chinese catalpa
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Tree
Plant Height
6 m to 9 m
Spread
6 m to 9 m
Leaf Color
Green
Flower Size
2.5 cm
Flower Color
Yellow White Cream Purple
Scientific Classification of Chinese catalpa
Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Dicotyledons
Order
Mints plantains olives and allies
Family
Bignonia
Genus
Catalpas
Species
Chinese catalpa