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Chinaberry Tree

(Melia azedarach)
 
Chinaberry tree branch with glossy green leaves and clusters of small pale purple and white star-shaped flowers.
Hanging clusters of round yellow chinaberry fruits on thin branches against a bright blue sky.
Chinaberry leaves, flower clusters, and yellow berry clusters laid flat next to a ruler for size reference.

 

Description: 

Cultivated spreading tree 30-50 feet high. One to 2 inches long, narrow or oval, toothed leaflets. Loose clusters of purple flowers in spring or early summer, followed by yellow, wrinkled, hard, berry-like fruit one-half inch across.

Poisonous Parts: 
All parts, the fruit is generally involved