Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
tomentosa
ID:
471435

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Thunb.) Steud.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1841

Citation Micro:
Nomencl. Bot. , ed. 2, 2: 278 (1841)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000470767



Common Names

  • Empress Tree
  • Princess Tree
  • Foxglove Tree


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Description

Paulownia tomentosa (also called Empress Tree, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to eastern Asia. It has large, heart-shaped leaves and fragrant, bell-shaped flowers. It is found in moist forests and along stream banks.

Uses & Benefits

Paulownia tomentosa is used as an ornamental plant, for timber, and for erosion control.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Paulownia tomentosa var. tsinlingensis (Y.Y.Pai) T.Gong
Paulownia tomentosa var. tomentosa

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Paulownia tomentosa is a bell-shaped, purple-blue flower. The seed is a small, round nutlet. The seedlings have a single pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Paulownia tomentosa is a deciduous tree that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is hardy to USDA zone 5.

Where to Find Paulownia tomentosa

Paulownia tomentosa is native to East Asia and is found in China, Japan, and Korea. It is typically found in moist, shady forests.

Paulownia tomentosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Paulownia tomentosa?

Paulownia tomentosa

What type of plant is Paulownia tomentosa?

Deciduous tree

What is the optimal growing environment for Paulownia tomentosa?

Full sun, moist to dry soil

References

Ernst Gottlieb von Steudel (1783-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steud.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:185784-2: 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].