What is Ailanthus?

Ailanthus is a family of about ten fast -growing, deciduous trees in the family simaroubaceae . They come from Asia and Australia, but were imported to many other parts of the world. They spread to a point where they are considered harmful, invasive species in Europe and North America. These trees are identified by their long groups, pinnate leaves that grow alternately on long stems, similar to the appearance of ferns or Sumac. Small yellow green or reddish flower clusters appear at the end of spring or summer depending on their location.

also known as a tree of heaven, white siris or tree of gods, this tree is short -term, usually survives only about 50 years. It can grow extremely high and reach up to 90 feet (27 m). Only one species, ailanthus altissima , grows in a slight climate and survives cold winters. This variety is located in the US and Northern Europe. All other varieties are tenderness and growth only in tropical or subtropical areasASTECH.

Ailanthus are not special about cultivation conditions and will thrive almost anywhere. They spread quickly with suction cups that can damage the sidewalk, foundations and walls. Since they grow very high, they tend to pull their native trees. These invasive trees can be very difficult to remove; Although they are limited or burned, stumps and roots continue to produce new sprouts for years. It is rarely grown as a landscape tree, because the torn appearance of its fruit is considered unattractive.

Another undesirable feature of Ailanthus is his smell of fetus, which was compared with the smell of urine for cat urine. The fragrance is the strongest in the leaves and can be overwhelmed when they are crushed. This persistent odor can be glued with your hand and is not easy to die.

One single mature uilant.Meric tree can produce up to 350,000 seeds that have a high germination rate. ThisThe seeds are transmitted by wind in small winged pods and hatch anywhere they land, usually in an area where they are not desired. If possible, the seedlings should be removed while they are very small, and when the ground is wet to remove the entire root of a long click.

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bark of the Ailanthus tree was used in Chinese medicine to treat many different conditions, including mental diseases, intestinal problems and baldness; Today it is mainly used for its astringent properties. Ailanthus trees are home to Ailanthus Silk Brorfor in China, which feeds on leaves and produces their cocoons inside the trees. The shantung silk type is made of unfolded cocoon and is considered rude but durable.