Amur cork tree

The Amur cork tree (Phellodendron amurense) is a medium-sized tree native to eastern Asia. It is known for its pale, grayish-brown, corky bark and pinnate leaves. This deciduous tree, belonging to the rue family (Rutaceae), produces small greenish-yellow flowers in the summer, followed by clusters of black drupes on female trees.12

The Amur cork tree is often cultivated as an ornamental and shade tree due to its tolerance of various growing conditions. Its leaves turn yellow in the fall, adding to its ornamental appeal. The tree is also sometimes called the Chinese cork tree.12