Genus

Cladrastis

Species

kentukea

Common Name

American Yellowwood

Zone

4 to 8

Habit

Medium size, spreading to somewhat rounded tree. Slow to moderate growth rate.

Height

30 to 50 Feet

Spread

40 to 50 Feet

Foliage

Compound, dark green in summer and yellow in fall. Deciduous.

Flower

Fragrant white, in long terminal panicles, May-June. Must have some age and size on the tree before it flowers.

Fruit

Brown pod.

Category:
Native tree.