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~ ~ ~ WE OFFER BOTH PKT. & BULK SIZES ~ ~ ~ Paulownia elongata (Empress Tree) is a tree species in the Paulowniaceae family, native to Asia. The plant's leaves are very large and pubescent ('fuzzy-hairy'). This species can withstand a very wide range of environmental conditions. It does not grow at higher altitudes however. Paulownia elongata is cultivated as an ornamental tree for use in gardens and parks. It is selected for its purple flowers, and its shade tolerance. Biofuel The tree is planted and grown as feedstock for biofuel production. Due to the large quantity of biomassproduced annually, it is suited for use as biofuel feedstock. Lumber Paulownia elongata is planted as a forestry tree producing strong, yet light, wood. It is grown for lumber in North America and China. They are known to grow up to 15 feet (4.6 m) or more in the first year. It is reportedly the fastest-growing hardwood tree. Some proponents claim that P. elongata plantations can reach a harvestable size in five to seven years Characteristics Shade Tolerant Plant Timber Tree Specimen Tree Flowering Tree Heat Tolerant Shade Tree Plant with Fast Growth BioFuel Germination: requires light for germination, surface sow and keep moist.