Kalopanax septemlobus (Prickly Castor Aralia Tree)

The Prickly Castor Aralia Tree, scientifically known as Kalopanax septemlobus, is a deciduous tree native to East Asia. It features large, palmate leaves with serrated edges and thorny branches. This tree produces small clusters of white flowers in the summer, followed by dark purple berries in the fall. It can reach a height of up to 50 feet and spread out to a width of 30 feet.