American Yellowwood
Cladrastis kentukea

About American Yellowwood
Identify American Yellowwood (Cladrastis kentukea) in Middle Tennessee. Tree identification and care guide from Mr. Lawn Care, Columbia TN.
American Yellowwood (Cladrastis kentukea) is a tree commonly found in landscapes throughout Middle Tennessee, including Columbia, Thompson's Station, Spring Hill, and the surrounding areas. This plant is part of our Trees identification guide.
As lawn care and treatment specialists, we encounter American Yellowwood regularly when servicing properties across the region. Understanding the plants in your landscape helps us provide better, more targeted lawn treatments that protect both your turf and your ornamental plantings.
Quick Facts
- Common Name
- American Yellowwood
- Scientific Name
- Cladrastis kentukea
- Plant Type
- Tree
- Region
- Middle Tennessee







