Toona comprises a compact group of 4 to 5 tree species, native to China, Southeast Asia, and northern Australia.

Toona

Toona hexandra

Toona sinensis is a deciduous tree that can reach heights of up to 15 meters. It has a broad, spreading form and produces dark green leaflets that may initially appear bronze in spring and shift to yellow by autumn. In the summer months, this tree displays fragrant white flowers that grow in elongated, drooping clusters, reaching lengths of up to 70 centimeters.

Toona sinensis

Toona sinensis 'Flamingo' is a deciduous tree known for its vibrant salmon-pink leaves that emerge in spring, transitioning to creamy-yellow before maturing to deep green during the summer months. The tree's bark naturally exfoliates in long strips as it ages. In midsummer, it produces aromatic white flowers in dense, drooping clusters. The tree also bears winged seed capsules. All components of this plant emit a pleasant fragrance, making it appealing to various pollinators.