Skip to content

Amur Cork Tree

Phellodendron Amurense

Design with this plant

Overview

The Amur cork tree (Phellodendron amurense) is a deciduous species reaching 35-45 ft in height with a spread of 20-30 ft. Valued for its ornamental appeal, it features a thick, corky bark and compound leaves turning vibrant yellow in fall. Prefers full sun to partial shade in well-drained soils. Caution: It's potentially invasive with prolific berry production that birds disperse, and is dioecious, requiring separate male and female plants for fruit.

Sun Full, HalfWater LowZones 3–7Climate Temperate
Amur Cork Tree (Phellodendron Amurense) — Valued for its ornamental appeal

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low
USDA zones
3–7

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Rutaceae
Climate
Temperate

See full data, regional cultivation notes, full-resolution photos, and design tools. Build a client presentation around this plant.

Start your 14-day trial

Photos (51)

Amur Cork Tree (Phellodendron Amurense) — ensuring ample space for its expansive growth
Amur Cork Tree (Phellodendron Amurense) — green and yellow flowers in the garden
Amur Cork Tree (Phellodendron Amurense) — It serves well as a shade tree, street tree, or as a stately specimen in a large open area
Amur Cork Tree (Phellodendron Amurense) — tree for full or half
Amur Cork Tree (Phellodendron Amurense) — Valued for its ornamental appeal; caution: It's potentially invasive with prolific berry production that birds
Amur Cork Tree (Phellodendron Amurense) — Prefers full sun to partial shade in well-drained soils; phellodendron amurense is a hardy choice
Amur Cork Tree (Phellodendron Amurense) — corky bark and compound leaves turning vibrant yellow in fall; offering unique textural interest throughout the year
Amur Cork Tree (Phellodendron Amurense) — tree with green and yellow blooms
Amur Cork Tree (Phellodendron Amurense) — Caution: It's potentially invasive with prolific berry production that birds disperse; ensuring ample space for its
Amur Cork Tree (Phellodendron Amurense) — requiring separate male and female plants for fruit; prefers full sun to partial shade in well-drained soils
Amur Cork Tree (Phellodendron Amurense) — is a majestic deciduous species; imposing silhouette to your garden's profile.<br><br>The tree's bark is a notable
Amur Cork Tree (Phellodendron Amurense) — celebrated for its ornamental qualities and adaptability in various landscape designs; providing striking seasonal
Amur Cork Tree (Phellodendron Amurense) — Mature specimens reach heights of 35 to 45 feet with a canopy stretching 20 to 30 feet wide; consider its mature size
Amur Cork Tree (Phellodendron Amurense) — lending a broadly-rounded; corky bark and compound leaves turning vibrant yellow in fall
Amur Cork Tree (Phellodendron Amurense) — imposing silhouette to your garden's profile.<br><br>The tree's bark is a notable feature - thick; lending a
Amur Cork Tree (Phellodendron Amurense) — offering unique textural interest throughout the year; golden-yellow come autumn
Amur Cork Tree (Phellodendron Amurense) — especially in winter after the leaves have fallen; when including the Amur cork tree in your design
Amur Cork Tree (Phellodendron Amurense) — In the spring to early summer; valued for its ornamental appeal
Amur Cork Tree (Phellodendron Amurense) — the Amur cork tree bears compound leaves; mature specimens reach heights of 35 to 45 feet with a canopy stretching 20
Amur Cork Tree (Phellodendron Amurense) — each up to 15 inches long, image 44
Amur Cork Tree (Phellodendron Amurense) — tolerating a wide range of soil conditions; the Amur cork tree bears compound leaves
Amur Cork Tree (Phellodendron Amurense) — Phellodendron amurense is a hardy choice; celebrated for its ornamental qualities and adaptability in various
Amur Cork Tree (Phellodendron Amurense) — providing striking seasonal color.<br><br>In addition to its visual appeal; tree for full or half
Amur Cork Tree (Phellodendron Amurense) — golden-yellow come autumn; with separate male and female plants

Related plants

Cara Cara Navel Orange (Citrus Sinensis 'Cara Cara') — Mature trees reach 8-12 feet in height and width, needing full sun

Cara Cara Navel Orange

Citrus Sinensis 'Cara Cara'

Full · Zones 8–10

Aztec Pearl Mock Orange (Choisya Arizonica 'Aztec Pearl') — commonly known as Aztec Pearl Mock Orange

Aztec Pearl Mock Orange

Choisya Arizonica 'Aztec Pearl'

Full · Zones 8–11

Red Boronia (Boronia Heterophylla) — Red Boronia (Boronia heterophylla) is an evergreen Australian native standing at 3-6 feet tall

Red Boronia

Boronia Heterophylla

Deep Shade · Zones 9–10

Tangerine (Citrus Tangerina) — The Tangerine (Citrus tangerina) is a compact

Tangerine

Citrus Tangerina

Full · Zones 9–11

Pomelo (Citrus Maxima) — Pomelo (Citrus maxima) is the largest citrus fruit, reaching diameters up to 12 inches

Pomelo

Citrus Maxima

Full · Zones 8–10

Golden Mexican Mock Orange (Choisya Ternata 'Sundance') — Choisya ternata 'Sundance' - Golden Mexican Mock Orange, is a vibrant evergreen with golden-yellow

Golden Mexican Mock Orange

Choisya Ternata 'Sundance'

Full · Zones 8–11