Cladrastis lutea (Yellow Wood)

Native: South-eastern United States

Location: Grown for ornament in eastern States and Europe.

Height is about 12m but may be taller in forest conditions.

Foliage

Leaves are the best feature in Europe, turning bright yellow in autumn.

Flowers

No sample available

Blossom is white and fragrant and open s in June in bunches 20-35cm long, though not always produced in Europe. Each flower is about 2.5cm long on a hairy stalk.

Fruits

No sample available

Seed pods are 7.5-10cm long, 1.2cm wide containing 4-6 seeds and ripening in September.