Suggested Native Replacements:
- Flowering dogwood (Cornus florida)
- Fringetree, Old man's beard (Chionanthus virginicus)
- Swamp magnolia, Sweetbay (Magnolia virginiana)
Common Name
Golden raintree
Plant Form
Medium Trees
Considered Invasive by the State of Virginia?
No
Threat Level
Not Applicable
Additional Info
Notes: A popular landscape tree with colorful flowers and interesting fruit. Unfortunately, it escapes from cultivation and naturalizes in a variety of environmental conditions. It is especially troublesome in warmer climates and is considered as invasive in natural areas in both Arlington County and the City of Alexandria.
iNaturalist Research-grade Observations