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Catalpa fargesii
Scientific Name: Catalpa fargesii
Family: Bignoniaceae
Category: Dicot
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Catalpa fargesii
Catalpa fargesii, also known as the Chinese Bean Tree, is a captivating tree prized for its unique floral display.
Considerations for Pets
- This plant produces seeds and bean-like pods, which may be of interest to pets.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Catalpa fargesii Bureau
- Family: Bignoniaceae (Trumpet Vine Family)
- Synonyms:
- Catalpa fargesii f. fargesii
- Catalpa fargesii f. duclouxii (Dode) Gilm (a synonym of Catalpa duclouxii Dode)
- Catalpa duclouxii Dode
- C. fargesii Wilson
- C. sutchuenensis Dode
- C. vesita Diels
Distribution and Habitat
- Native to China, where it is considered extremely rare in the wild.
- Also found in South Korea (Chollipo Arboretum).
Morphological Characteristics
- Grows into a tree approximately 25 meters tall.
- Features lilac-pink, foxglove-like flowers with reddish spots, stained with yellow.
- Leaves are ovate-acute and 3-lobed when young.
- Petiole length: 3-10 cm.
- Inflorescence: Corymbose to paniculate.
- Mature trees can develop a symmetrically rounded form.
Genetic Information
- The NADH dehydrogenase subunit 5 (nad5) gene has been sequenced (mitochondrial DNA).
Quirky Facts
- The species was discovered by western dendrologists in China in the early 20th century.
Further Information
- RHS (Royal Horticultural Society): Offers help and information on Catalpa fargesii f. duclouxii.
- Dave's Garden: A community where gardeners share tips and ideas.
- Tropicos: Database providing information on plant names and taxonomy.
- International Plant Names Index: A checklist of plant names.
- Encyclopedia of Life: Contains information on Catalpa fargesii.
- Catalogue of Life China, 2013 Annual Checklist.
- GRIN Taxonomy.