| FAMILIAR TREES OF SOUTH CAROLINA | CLEMSON EXTENSION BUL 117 |
| Southern
Catalpa Catalpa bignonioides |
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The southern catalpa tree has heart-shaped leaves, showy clusters of white flowers, and cigar-like fruit from 6 to 20 inches long. The wood is very durable. Caterpillars that attack the leaves are a favorite fish bait. |
| INTRODUCTION | TERMINOLOGY | LEAF KEY | TREE LIST | EXERCISES |