Firmiana simplex - Chinese Parasol Tree Oak A native to the southeastern

A native to the southeastern United States

The species in in decline in its native range due to a variety of threatening processes

The tree also extrudes a natural latex that was once used as a substitute for the traditional rubber tree

nearly extinct in the wild and unsurprisingly it is listed as Critically Endangered by the IUCN

Firmiana simplex - Chinese Parasol Tree Oak A native to the southeasternThis medium sized deciduous tree in the mallow family native to Asia. It is noted for its large lobed leaves which can grow up to 30cm across enabling it to cast dense shade. In early summer long panicles of yellow green flowers occur followed by unusual seed pods. This tree will grow in a variety of soils if they are well drained in sun to partial shade. Rarely seen in Australian gardens.