Cercidiphyllum japonicum (Katsuratree)

The Katsuratree, also known as Cercidiphyllum japonicum, is a deciduous shrub or multi-stemmed tree. It is native to Japan and features oval-shaped leaves that emerge reddish-purple in spring, turn blue-green in summer, and then transform into stunning shades of yellow, orange, and red in the fall. The tree produces small, inconspicuous flowers in spring and its bark is smooth and grayish-brown.