Cotinus obovatus

Cotinus obovatus, also known as the American smoke tree or chittamwood, is a small tree or shrub belonging to the cashew family (Anacardiaceae). It is native to the southeastern United States and Texas. This deciduous plant is ornamental, featuring attractive fall foliage and clusters of airy, smoke-like flowers that range in color from red to pale yellow or cream. Unlike the Eurasian smoke tree (Cotinus coggygria), C. obovatus has egg-shaped leaves. The name "smoke tree" comes from the appearance of its flower clusters, which resemble smoke from a distance.12