Cotinus coggygria ( Flame Smoketree )
little tree with 3 in rounded green to rich purple , almost ignominious foliage . The name Smoke Tree comes from the lavender to purple plume - like panicles that form in summertime , give rise “ pouf of sens . ” Airy clouds of purplish red “ smoke ” in summertime loan an alien tune . Unusual accent or specimen . ‘ Flame ’ was selected for its brilliant orange - red surrender leaf and pink flower ....