Pterocarya stenoptera (Chinese Wingnut tree)

The Chinese Wingnut tree, scientifically known as Pterocarya stenoptera, is a deciduous tree that can grow to a height of 30-50 feet. It is native to China and is known for its distinctive dangling clusters of winged nuts that resemble miniature helicopters. The tree has compound leaves with leaflets that are finely toothed and turn yellow in the fall. It thrives in hardiness zones 5b to 8.