Liriodendron tulipifera seed

Plant name: Liriodendron tulipifera

Magnolia family

This is member of the Magnolia family, which is evident by the shape and form of the showy scented flowers. The flowers are produced in June/July and are followed by strange seed pods that resemble skeletal tulips. The leaves turn a spectacular golden colour in the Autumn/Fall. A beautiful tree whether in or out of Flower, it has been chosen as the state tree for both Indiana and Kentucky.