Paulownia tomentosa
Foxglove Tree, Princess Tree, Royal Paulownia, Paulownia, Empresstree, Foxglove-Tree, Foxglovetree, Karri Tree, Karritree, Princesstree, Chinese Empress Tree, Empress Tree, Paulownia tomentosa
Description
Very ornamental tree of medium to large size with an open round crown tending to an irregular habit. It has a sparse branching habit and deep green leaves that turn orangey yellow in autumn. Flowering is excellent and characteristic, occurring in the May-June period when it forms erect lilac-blue panicle inflorescences.
Excellent adaptability to various types of soils and growing environments, including urban climates. Requires a sunny exposure. It develops a medium deep root in the soil, with widespread secondary roots. Grows well in all soil types, but prefers clay and sandy soils.
Tree of landscape and ornamental value, preferably isolated for park areas and gardens, also in groups for open areas and parks. Has excellent drought resistance and adaptability to coastal areas. Wind-resistant wood. Resistant to pathogens and does not require frequent pruning, which must be oriented towards maintaining the shape while respecting the architecture of the foliage.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Plantae
- Phylum
- Magnoliophyta
- Class
- Angiospermae
- Order
- Lamiales
- Family
- Paulowniaceae
- Genus
- Paulownia
- Species
- Paulownia tomentosa
