Liriodendron tulipifera
Liriodendron tulipifera tuliptree
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Deciduous tree, the largest member of the magnolia family with a tall, straight trunk growing up to 45 m. The flowers of this tree are superficially reminiscent of tulip flowers and come out in late May, after the leaves.
Habitat & Range
Grows in forests and man-made habitats.
Present throughout the state.
Wetland codes
| EMP: | FACU |
|---|---|
| NCNE: | FACU |
Phenology
Flowers in late May; flowers come after the leaves.
Characteristics
Leaves simple, lobed; one leaf per node
Identification Tips
The shape of the flowers is similar to that of tulips.
Plant Codes
S-rank: S5 (Secure)
G-rank: G5 (Secure)
Liriodendron tulipifera tuliptree
Seed capsules
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Tall trunk
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Mature bark
Emerging leaves
Spring branch
Flower
Plant in flower
Plant in flower
Flower
Sapling leaves
Young tree
Fruit & leaf
Young аggregate fruit
Leaf with fall color
Samaras
Winter seed capsules
Plant Summary
deciduous tree
native, common
flower color: yellow-green
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