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what is the name of the tree in this picture? i have seen three such trees like it in the montrose/allen parkway area of houston, texas; two are near the buffalo bayou in the park. i am really interested in knowing the name of it. (sorry the leaves in the background are not clearer)
2006-11-22 10:23:39 · 2 answers · asked by shrimpylicious 3 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Botany
Although I can't see the leaves, I think it is a goldenrain tree (Koelrueteria paniculata). This tree produces reddish-brown fruit that resemble Chinese lanterns, and I think that is what the picture is of.
Check this site for more pictures and compare/contrast: http://www.coopext.colostate.edu/4dmg/Trees/golden.htm
Edit: the more I look at the picture the less sure I am.
2006-11-22 10:42:29 · answer #1 · answered by MAK 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is definitely a Golden Rain Tree. I have posted a link for you to compare your photo to.
2006-11-22 13:21:01 · answer #2 · answered by Scarabia 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋