Katsura Tree
Cercidiphyllum japonicum
Description
Deciduous tree with heart-shaped leaves; spectacular caramel-scented autumn colour.
Taxonomy
Family
Cercidiphyllaceae
Genus
Cercidiphyllum
Cultivars
2
Japonicum
aka Katsura tree A special deciduous tree with aromatic foliage. The emerging spring leaves are shaded in tones of reddish-bronze before turning a deep green over summer. The leaves are heart shaped and neatly arranged in pairs on multi-stemmed branches. Fantastic autumn colours before leaf fall. Deciduous. This tree will grow in sun or part shade and prefers a rich soil that does not completely dry out in summer. Habit: Tree Multi Branched. Leaves: Deciduous, Green.
Pendula
Pendula is a cercidiphyllum japonicum cultivar. Weeping form of the Katsura Tree,foliage scarlet and yellow in autumn. Very attractive.