What is Koelreuteria?

koelreuteria is the name of the family of trees from Asia. The genus includes three types: k. Paniculata , k. Bipinnata and k. Elegans . These types of trees share similar properties, but some have some small differences in size and appearance. Rod koelreuteria is classified under the family Sapindaceae or Soapberry in the plant kingdom. The trees are perennials living for more than two years and are deciduous, losing leaves, flowers and other structures seasonally.

Plants in this family tend to grow at moderate to fast speed and can reach a height and width of 30 feet (approximately 9 meters). These types of trees come from the Asian continent, which occur mainly in China and Japan. These three species were introduced into other parts of the world, including the United States. koelreuteria is grown in various areas as a tree of shadow and grows for other decorative purposs. These trees are relatively hardy and may grow in a dry or in the EDthorn areas. Small green yellow or yellow flowers bloom on the Goldenrain Tree branches. In the early stages of growth, bronze leaves grow on the branches and the color darkens on dark green at maturity.

kelreuteria bipinnata , known as the Chinese tree of flame or the Chinese golden rain tree, grows best with full exposure to sunlight. Unlike k. Paniculata , which has one folded leaves, has a tree of Chinese flame double or bipin -folded leaves. The tree produces green yellow leaves, yellow flowers and pink fruit. The vibrant colors koelreuteria bipinnata depict the aesthetically pleasant landscape tree. The tree is also often planted on the islands of parking for parked cars.

Koelreuteria elegans is also known as Flamegold or Chinese Rain Tree. The tree is located in several parts of the United States, especially in South TexasAnd in Florida. Like other trees in this family, k. Elegans produces dark green leaves. In early summer, small gold flowers bloom on the tree, followed by clusters of pink, paper peel commonly called "Chinese lanterns".

These types of trees are somewhat robust because they can flourish in different environments. Plants koelreuteria are grown mainly in parking lots and on residential streets. Colorful trees provide a slightly dense shade. These types of trees can successfully ripen in urban areas, indicating that they can withstand air pollution and poor drainage to common cities. Some of the trees have weak branches and require frequent pruning and training during the growth process to create a strong branch structure.