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Tree of heaven.
Ailanthus altissima
Pronunciación ay-LAN-thus al-TISS-ih-muh
También se conoce como China-sumac, Chinese Tree-of-heaven, Chinese sumac, Copal Tree, Ghetto Palm
The tree of heaven is a fast growing deciduous tree known for its ability to thrive in harsh urban environments. It is considered highly invasive in many regions due to its aggressive root suckering and prolific seed production. You should be aware that it often outcompetes native plants and can damage infrastructure.
De un vistazo
- Nivel de cuidados
- Fácil
- Tipo de planta
- Deciduous tree
- Luz
- Full sun to partial shade
- Luz en interior
- Sol directo
- Riego
- Cada 7 a 14 días
- Tamaño adulto
- 50 to 80 feet
- Ritmo de crecimiento
- Rápido
Cuidados
This tree requires very little maintenance and will grow in almost any soil condition. Watch for suckers spreading from the root system, as they can quickly colonize new areas. It is generally best to avoid planting this species due to its invasive nature.
- Riego
- Once established, it is extremely drought tolerant.
- Abonado
- It rarely needs supplemental feeding in natural soil.
- Poda
- Pruning is only necessary to remove dead wood or manage size.
- Trasplante
- It is not typically kept in containers due to its size.
- Suelo
- Adaptable to most soil types
- pH del suelo
- 4.1 to 8.0
Seguridad
- Mascotas
- This plant is considered toxic to cats and dogs if ingested.
Cómo identificarla
- Large pinnately compound leaves
- Glandular teeth at leaf base
- Smooth gray bark
- Clusters of winged seeds
- Distinctive unpleasant odor when crushed
Ciencia
- Familia
- Simaroubaceae
- Género
- Ailanthus
- Orden
- Sapindales
- Clase
- Magnoliopsida
Taxonomía cotejada con GBIF.
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