species 2,623 observations

American Smoketree

Cotinus obovatus

Field notes

Supports All

4 native animals
supported in the US

Caterpillars Moths and butterflies raised on it Cecropia Moth, Spotted Datana Moth, Sumac Leaftier Moth, Cameraria cotinivora 4

Range

United States

Greener is more native, amber more introduced; paler is less certain. How this was decided

Key traits

Layer: Trees
Light: Full sun Part shade
Moisture: Dry Well drained
Water use: Low
Soil: Rocky Sand Loam Clay Organic
Soil pH: Alkaline
Drought tolerant: Yes
Deer resistant: Yes
Resists: Heat Poor soil
Habit: Oval Rounded
Plant type: Perennial Shrub Tree

From NC State Extension, the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center and USDA PLANTS.