Visit 14 · Campus arboretum · Smith College Campus Arboretum · Northampton, Massachusetts
Castor aralia at Smith College
Kalopanax septemlobus
Get to know Castor Aralia.
Species reference photographs from the Tree Library, photographed elsewhere. Use several features and local guidance to identify a tree at this destination.
Arrival & parking
DCR’s May 2026 register places this tree on the south side of College Hall, at 10 Elm Street. Use Smith’s campus directions and parking map to plan your arrival.
Walking & terrain
Use Smith’s campus map to plan a route to College Hall from your chosen parking place. A measured route to this tree is not published; the campus map includes accessibility information.
Access, fees & seasons
Smith’s outdoor arboretum and gardens are free and open daily, year-round. Visitor parking includes the West Street garage; consult the visitor page for options. Groups of ten or more should arrange their visit with the garden.
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