Leaf Morphology
Leaf Type
Simple, deciduous
Shape
Ovate to broadly ovate with no lobes
Margin
Crenate to finely serrate
Arrangement
Alternate on slender petioles
Venation
Pinnate with moderately prominent veins
Key Features
Glossy, dark green ovate leaves with finely crenate margins and small, round pome fruits visible on the branches
Description
A small to medium deciduous tree with an upright, dense, and often symmetrical crown. It produces clusters of white flowers in early spring followed by small, hard brown fruits and vibrant autumn foliage.
Habitat
Full sun in urban landscapes, roadsides, and disturbed open areas with adaptable soil moisture
Native Range
Native to China and Vietnam, widely planted and naturalized across North America
Identified on 10/17/2026