Cladrastis

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Cladrastis

Description Cladrastis is a genus of flowering trees in the legume family, Fabaceae. It is native to North America and Asia, and comprises two species: Cladrastis kentukea, commonly known as American yellowwood, and Cladrastis lutea, commonly known as Chinese yellowwood. Cladrastis trees are prized for their beautiful, fragrant, and showy flowers that bloom in spring and often attract bees and…