Southern Catalpa
Common Name: Southern Catalpa
Species Name: Catalpa bignonioides Walt.
Family Name: Acanthaceae
Plant Type: Trees
| Plant Facts | |
|---|---|
| Origin | North America |
| Duration | Perennial |
| Distribution in Oklahoma | Introduced from southeast U.S.; throughout |
| Sun Preference | Somewhat shade intolerant |
| Susceptibility | Foliar Diseases |
ID Characteristics
- Field Identification Characteristics
Shade tree, ornamental
- Leaf and Stem Characteristics
- Plant Height: 18-inch diameter, 50-foot height
- Leaves: Decidious Broadleaf
- Leaf Type: Simple
- Leaf Arrangement: Opposite
- Leaf Shape: Ovate, large
- Stipules: No
- Floral Characteristics
- Petals: Abundant and large
- Flower Color: White
- Flower Timing: Spring
- Fruit Type: Cigar-like pod
| Habitat/Ecology | |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Varies |
| Soil Type | Moist |
| USDA Cold Hardiness Zone | 6 to 8 |
| Successional Stage | Mid |