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Koelreuteria paniculata Golden rain tree Deciduous tree (1 Page of 5) The Koelreuteria paniculata plant species is found in E. Asia - N. China. Naturalized in Japan and S. Europe. It is a member of the Sapindaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Golden rain tree. Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses Medicinal | Edible Uses Latin Name: Koelreuteria paniculata Common Name: Golden rain tree Family: Sapindaceae Author: Laxm. Known Hazards: None known Mature Height: 10 Mature Width: 10 Habitat: Found by sea-shores in Japan[58]. Grows on plains and in secondary forest on poor soils in China[200].
Cultivation Notes: Succeeds in any good loamy soil[1, 11] and in dry soils. Prefers a sunny sheltered position[1, 11]. A wind resistant plant, but it does not like salt-laden winds[200]. Tolerates atmospheric pollution[200].
This species is hardy to about -10°c when fully dormant[200], though the young growth in spring can be damaged by late frosts.
Grows best in areas with long hot summers, it is fast growing in such conditions[200]. A short-lived tree[11].
A good bee plant[108].
Plants are susceptible to coral spot fungus, especially if the wood is not properly ripened due to insufficient summer heat[11]. This species is notably resistant to honey fungus[200].
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