Chinese Necklace Poplar

Populus lasiocarpa

Populus lasiocarpa is dioecious, meaning individual trees are either male or female.

Origins: China

About

Chinese Necklace Poplar

The Chinese necklace poplar (Populus lasiocarpa) is a deciduous tree native to Asia, notably China, known for its striking reddish-brown bark that peels in thin strips, giving it a unique appearance. It’s often planted for its ornamental value in gardens and landscapes due to its relatively small to medium size, rounded crown shape, and green ovate leaves.

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The Appearance

A medium-sized deciduous tree with a broad, rounded crown and large, heart-shaped leaves. It produces small, inconspicuous flowers and long, hanging seed capsules that resemble a necklace.

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The Produce

In spring, male trees produce catkins (pendulous flower clusters) that release pollen, while female trees produce catkins that develop into capsules containing seeds.

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The Flowers

Produces small, inconspicuous flowers in spring, followed by long, hanging seed capsules.

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The Leaves

The leaves are broadly ovate to nearly triangular in shape, with a pointed apex and a rounded or heart-shaped base.
The leaves are typically dark green in colour with a slightly glossy appearance.

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The Bark

The bark is smooth and gray, becoming more fissured with age.

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The Habitat

Prefers well-drained soils and full sun. Commonly found in gardens and parks.

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The Ecology

Provides habitat and food for various wildlife, including birds and insects. The seeds are eaten by birds.

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The Culture

Valued for its unique seed capsules and fast growth. Often planted in gardens and parks.

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Fun Facts

Chinese Necklace Poplar is named for its distinctive, long seed capsules that resemble a necklace.

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