Liriodendron chinense aka Chinese Tulip Tree

Taxonomy

Liriodendron chinense, also known as the Chinese tulip poplar, Chinese tulip tree or Chinese whitewood, is a native species in the genus Liriodendron found in central and southern China, as well as in northern Vietnam. It is a vigorous upright tree that can grow up to 25m tall. The leaves are divided into three lobes, with the large terminal lobe turning yellow in autumn. In summer, mature trees produce cup-shaped pale green flowers with yellow veins, measuring about 2cm long. Liriodendron chinense is very similar to the American species Liriodendron tulipifera, but it has slightly larger and more deeply lobed leaves, and shorter inner petals in the flowers that lack the orange pigment of L. tulipifera. The Chinese tulip tree can reach heights of about 40 meters and most of its populations are deciduous, although a semi-evergreen population has been identified in Mengla, Yunnan.

Common names

Chinese Tulip Tree, Chinese Tuliptree, Chinese Whitewood

How to care for Chinese Tulip Tree

Difficulty

Even if you don't have a green thumb, you can successfully care for Chinese Tulip Tree due to its easy-going nature.

Lighting

Chinese Tulip Tree thrives in bright and direct sunlight. To ensure your plant receives enough light to survive, place it less than one foot from a window. The current weather in your area may affect the placement in your home. For example, if you live in a region that has longer and more intense periods of sunlight, then you may want to place the plant farther away from the window to avoid direct sunlight and reduce the risk of sunburn. Alternatively, if you live in a region with relatively milder temperatures and less intense sunlight, then you may be able to place the plant closer to the window for increased exposure. Ultimately, the current weather in your area should be taken into consideration when determining the best placement for your Chinese Whitewood.

Toxicity

The toxicity level of this plant has not been officially confirmed by Ploi. If there is a possibility of ingestion of plant material with an uncertain toxicity by you, a family member, or a pet, it is advisable to seek the assistance of a medical professional.


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