Crepe canopy July 26, 2017 12:30 PM | Paula Burch-Celentano pburch@tulane.edu View PDF A crepe myrtle tree outside Hebert Hall frames a scene on Gibson Quad. Native to warmer climates in Asia, northern Australia and the Pacific Islands, crepe myrtles are a popular ornamental tree in the local landscape. Other Related Articles Cowen Institute awarded grant to create the New Orleans College & Career Attainment Network Tulane recognizes distinguished cohort of 2024 graduates during Tulane 34 Awards Ceremony Tulane Commencement celebrates the resilience and ambition of the Class of 2024 Give Green 2024 breaks records in money raised, number of donors Paul Tulane Society induction welcomes new members, celebrates philanthropic achievement