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Definition of golden rain tree

golden rain tree

Plural:golden rain trees
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1

An ornamental deciduous tree (Koelreuteria paniculata) in the soapberry family Sapindaceae, native to eastern Asia and widely cultivated for its showy, cascading panicles of bright yellow summer flowers followed by papery, lantern-like seed pods.

Example

"In midsummer, the golden rain tree on the front lawn dropped thousands of tiny yellow blossoms across the pavement."

2

Any small European tree or shrub of the genus Laburnum in the family Fabaceae, known for its long, pendulous clusters of bright yellow pea-like flowers and toxic seeds.

Example

"Gardeners often train the golden rain tree over an archway to display its hanging chains of yellow blooms."

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• Nearby Words

golden jackal
golden lancehead
golden marguerite
golden rain tree
golden shiner
golden tegu
golden tree snake

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Golden rain tree. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/golden-rain-tree
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