Plant · GBIF taxon 3172613
Chinese catalpa
Catalpa ovataAlso known as Yellow Catalpa
Chinese catalpa is a small deciduous tree with broad heart-shaped leaves, pale trumpet-shaped flowers, and long narrow seed pods. Its spreading crown is often irregular with age.
Deciduous TreeTrumpet FlowersLong Seed Pods
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Least ConcernConservation statusIUCN Red List categoriesLCNTVUENCREWEXLeast ConcernRed List categories, explained →
Diet & prey
- Photosynthesis; roots absorb water and mineral nutrients
Predators
- Leaf-chewing insects
- Wood-boring insects
- Browsing mammals
ThreatsSevere drought, soil compaction, storms, pests, and habitat clearing
HabitatsWoodland margins, valleys, roadsides, gardens, and disturbed ground
Life spanSeveral decades under suitable conditions
Size / weightNot available
Classification
- FamilyBignoniaceae
- SpeciesCatalpa ovata
Range data is not available yet.
Interaction riskLow
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- Why interaction risk is low
- Do not eat wild pods or other plant parts based on this profile.
Responsible observation
- Leaves: Check for broad heart-shaped blades on opposite branches.
- Pods: View the long hanging capsules without removing them.
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