Arkansas Tree Database

Chinese Parasol

Chinese Parasol

Scientific name:

Firmiana Simplex

Size:

30'-45' tall by 20'-30' wide

Leaves:

alternate, simple, 8"-12" long and wide, with 3-5 long-pointed lobes

Flowers:

yellowish green in long panicles

Fruit:

capsule splitting into four petal-like sections with seeds inside

Fall Interest:

yellow; deciduous

Culture:

sun to partial sun; medium moisture, well-drained soil

Disease/Insect:

Use:

shade tree

Cultivars:

Notes:

can self-seed agressively; native to Asia

Resources:

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