Cladrastis kentukea

Naturalized in NY, yellowwood is a medium shade tree (30-50ft high) with fragrant white flowers in racemes and nice yellow fall color. It tolerates high pH soils, and yes, the heartwood is yellow. 

Mentioned in Solidago

Plant Information

Common Name(s): 
Kentucky yellowwood
Type: 
Non-Native
Shrubs, Trees
Native Region: 
SE US
Moisture: 
Moist
Light: 
Sun

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