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Goldenraintree (Koelreutaria paniculata)
Sapindaceae
tree #27 in fall

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Native to:
China, Korea, non-native to United States
Leaf Arrangement and Shape:
Alternate with compound leaves (7-15 leaflets)
Fruit Type:
Capsule (3 sided)
Maximum Height:
40 feet

This introduced species is not usually invasive and is of little wildlife value. Goldenraintree is named for it yellow flowers with red centers. The capsule actually looks like a Chinese lantern with its paper thin outer walls.
tree #27 in fall
tree #27 in spring
tree #27 in spring
tree #27 in summer
tree #27 in summer

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