Koelreuteria paniculata
Goldenrain tree
Plant form |
Rounded, deciduous shade tree with summer flowers. Typically, the tree has a single trunk from which spreading, twisting branches arise. |
Size |
30 to 40 feet tall and wide. |
Leaves and stems |
Medium to dark green compound leaves. They are reddish when they emerge in the spring. Fall color may be unimpressive or yellow-orange fall color. The twisting branches are often quite picturesque on mature trees and the light gray bark adds winter interest. |
Flowers |
In midsummer, large stalks with many small yellow flowers cover the tree. |
Fruit |
Flowering stalks become covered with papery pods that resemble little paper lanterns. They are green, turning tannish-pink and fading to brown. Most remain on the tree through winter. Some people think they provide winter interest, others think the trees look messy in winter. |
Native area |
China, Japan, and Korea. |
Water use |
Moderate. |
Light |
Full sun or light shade. |
Culture and maintenance |
This tree is tolerant of a wide range of conditions. |
Hardiness |
USDA Zone 5-9. |
Other |
Branches on young trees may be damaged during cold winters, but older trees don't show this problem. |
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