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Chinese Catalpa, scientifically known as *Catalpa ovata*, is a deciduous tree native to several regions in China, including North-Central, South-Central, Southeastern areas, Inner Mongolia, Manchuria, Qinghai, and Xinjiang. Chinese Catalpa (Latin: Catalpa ovata) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Chinese Catalpa is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Chinese Catalpa is a member native to CHN, CHC, CHS, CHI, CHM, and CHQ. Chinese Catalpa thrives in full sun and prefers moist soil that is light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Chinese Catalpa grows best in USDA zone 5-9, full sun light, and moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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