Status:
valid
Authors:
T.Gong ex D.Y.Hong
Source:
tro
Year:
1998
Citation Micro:
Novon 7: 366 (1997 publ. 1998)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001140122
Common Names
- Paulownia catalpifolia
- Catalpa-leaved Paulownia
- Paulownia
Description
Paulownia catalpifolia (also called Catalpa-Leaved Paulownia, among many other common names) is an evergreen tree with large, fragrant, purple flowers. It is native to China, and is usually found in moist meadows, grassy slopes, and along streams and rivers.
Uses & Benefits
Paulownia catalpifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Paulownia catalpifolia has white, bell-shaped flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have large, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Paulownia catalpifolia is a deciduous tree native to Japan. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation is best done by seed in the spring or by cuttings in the summer. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained soil and kept moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Paulownia catalpifolia
Paulownia catalpifolia is native to China, Japan, and Korea.
Species in the Paulownia genus
Species in the Paulowniaceae family
Paulownia tomentosa,
Paulownia henanensis,
Paulownia kawakamii,
Paulownia taiwaniana,
Paulownia elongata,
Paulownia fortunei,
Paulownia catalpifolia,
Paulownia fargesii,
Paulownia laotica,
Shiuyinghua silvestrii,
Wightia borneensis,
Wightia speciosissima,
References
Tong Gong: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Gong' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:999447-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].