Chinese mahogany

Chinese mahogany (Toona sinensis)

Chinese mahogany, also known as Tun tree, Chinese toon

Chinese mahogany is native to East Asia and is predominantly found in the northern and western parts of China. The tree features gray to dark brown outer bark with natural cracks, while the inner bark is pink. As a deciduous tree, it sheds its leaves in the fall.

Key Facts About Chinese mahogany

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Attributes of Chinese mahogany

Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Tree
Plant Height
25 m
Spread
8 m
Leaf Color
Green Yellow
Flower Size
4 mm to 5 mm
Flower Color
White

Scientific Classification of Chinese mahogany

Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Dicotyledons
Order
Maples, mangos, mahogany, citrus, and allies
Family
Mahogany
Genus
Toona
Species
Chinese mahogany