Toona sinensis, which was previously known as Cedrela sinensis, is native to much of temperate and tropical Asia and is the northernmost species in the family. It is a large, spectacularly handsome deciduous tree, developing a buttressed trunk like that of large tropical hardwoods. In cultivation Chinese toon, which is also known as Chinese cedar or Chinese mahogany, grows to about 30 ft tall, much smaller in a container.
The shoots that emerge brilliant scarlet and expand to bright shrimp pink before turning green. They also tend to display reddish or bronze purple new growth in late spring. Newly sprouted leaves of Toona sinensis are regarded as choice spring vegetable in China. Zone 5 - 9.
Other Names: Chubese Toona, Chinese Cedrela, tree vegetable
