Flowers:
Yellow (Interesting flowers which are yellow-green with an orange base; appear in early June high up on the tree; resemble tulip flowers)
Foliage:
Green (Bright green summer foliage); Yellow (Attractive golden yellow fall foliage)
Fruit:
Brown (Interesting cone-like fruits (aggregate of samaras, 2-3"); lower scales persist and create subtle interest)
Soil:
Widely adapted to soils, but performs best in moist, well-drained soil; needs a lot of soil space
Diagnostic Characteristics:
Alternate, simple leaves are shaped like a tulip flower. Valvate (2-scaled) buds resemble a duck's bill. Fragrant stems have chambered pith and an intense bitter taste. Basket-weave bark.
