Goldenrain Tree

Description
Botanical Name: 
Koelreuteria paniculata

A native to China and Korea.  An open branching tree, giving slight shade.  Choice specimen tree where space is limited. Leaves are alternate, pinnate or bipinnately compound to 14" long, 7 to 15 leaflets, ovate to ovate oblong, 1 1/4" to 3" long, coarsely and irregularly serrate. New leaves are purplish, maturing to bright green in summer; may turn yellow to gold in autumn.  Very showy, 8"-14" long flower clusters appear in early to midsummer.  Fruit capsules are red when young, maturing to shades of brown; resembling little japanese lanterns.  Adaptable to different soil types. Has a moderate growth rate.

Plant Characteristics
Plant Category: 
Trees-Shade & Ornamental
Name: 
Goldenrain Tree
Plant Type: 
Deciduous
Flower: 
Yellow 1/2" wide
Mature Size: 
30' tall x 40' wide
Water: 
Moderate, once established.
Exposure:: 
Full sun
Spacing: 
15'
Soil Type: 
Clay; loam; sand; acidic; alkaline; well drained
Planting Time: 
Any season
Comments
Comments: 

May reseed and become invasive in warm winter climates where water is available.