Cercidiphyllum
Katsura · also Katsura tree
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Cercidiphyllum, commonly known as Katsura, is a deciduous tree native to Japan and China. It is recognized for its heart-shaped leaves that turn vibrant shades of red, orange, and yellow in the fall, often emitting a cinnamon-like scent. This species prefers well-draining soil and ample moisture, making it sensitive to drought, especially when young, and is suitable for lawns and garden settings.
Where it grows
Trees in each city's inventory, with the share of that city's named trees this species accounts for.
- 370.01%1.4 yr2.0 in
- 20.00%—5.7 in
Traits
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Mature height
- 40 ft
- Canopy spread
- 40 ft
- Growth rate
- Fast
- Sun
- Full sun, Part shade
- Soil
- Well-drained, Fertile
- Water needs
- High
- Drought tolerance
- Low
- Wildlife value
- Moderate
- Blooms
- Mar, Apr, May, Sep, Oct, Nov
Trunk diameters across every city: median 2.0 in, mean 2.5 in, 90th percentile 2.5 in. Measured at breast height, as published by each inventory.
Native range
Terrestrial ecoregions where this species is native. Trees in the dataset mostly stand well outside it.
Temperate Broadleaf & Mixed Forests
- Central China Loess Plateau mixed forests
- Northeast China Plain deciduous forests
Other Cercidiphyllum in the catalogue
3 of the top 2,000 species are in this genus.
