Catalpa (/ kə - ˈtæl - pə /, / kə - ˈtɑːl - pə / [1]), commonly also called catawba, is a genus of flowering plants in the family Bignoniaceae, native to warm temperate and subtropical regions of North …

Catalpa is a Midwest native tree that grows 40 to 60 feet tall, with a narrow, open, irregularly rounded crown and spreading branches. It has large, heart-shaped leaves and large clusters of fragrant, white …

Sep 30, 2024 · The flowers are attractive to bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, and this tree is the sole host for the catalpa sphinx moth. With dense foliage and large leaves, the catalpa provides excellent …

The catalpa tree is found in forests from southern Illinois and Indiana to western Tennessee and Arkansas. First cultivated in 1754, the wood was used for fence posts and railroad ties because of its …

May 8, 2025 · Catalpa trees, belonging to the genus Catalpa in the Bignoniaceae family, are celebrated for their dramatic foliage, vibrant flowers, and striking seed pods, making them a standout choice for …

Jun 14, 2025 · Looking for a hardy native tree that is anything but boring? Catalpa trees are known for their knockout flowers and distinctive, green bean-shaped seedpods. Having previously fallen out of …

Catalpa speciosa, commonly called northern catalpa, is a medium to large, deciduous tree that typically grows to 40-70’ (less frequently to 100’) tall with an irregular, open-rounded to narrow-oval crown.

Northern catalpa is a member of the Bignoniaceae, the Bignonia or Catalpa family. Species in this family range from woody vines to large trees. Other plants in the family include trumpet creeper (Campsis …

Apr 12, 2025 · Discover 28 fascinating facts about Catalpa trees, from their unique flowers to their historical uses. Perfect for plant enthusiasts and gardeners!

catalpa, (genus Catalpa), genus of eight species of trees (family Bignoniaceae) native to eastern Asia, eastern North America, and the West Indies. The common, or southern, catalpa (C. bignonioides), …