Origin: China
Family: Scrophulariaceae
English name: Paulownia
French name: Paulownia
Italian name: Paulonia
Spanish name: Paulonia imperial
Description
| This tree has a number of uses in agriculture. The tannins it produces are a natural pest repellent. Bees can gather large amounts of pollen from the numerous flowers. The large leaves can be used as fodder for cattle. Cosmetic products and drinks can be made from the extracts of flowers and leaves. The wood is very strong and extremely light: it is known as the aluminium of timber. |
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