Ailanthus altissima (/ eɪˈlænθəs ælˈtɪsɪmə / ay-LAN-thəss al-TIH-sim-ə), [5] commonly known as tree of heaven or ailanthus tree, is a deciduous tree in the quassia family.

Feb 14, 2025 · The tree of heaven (Ailanthus altissima) is a rapidly growing deciduous tree native to China that has become a widespread invasive species across North America.

Jan 15, 2025 · Ailanthus (Ailanthus altissima; figs. 1, 2) is a nonnative, invasive deciduous tree, originating from China, Taiwan, and northern Vietnam (Kowarik and Säumel, 2007).

Nov 2, 2020 · Tree-of-heaven (Ailanthus altissima), commonly referred to as ailanthus, is a rapidly growing deciduous tree native to both northeast and central China, as well as Taiwan.

Tree of heaven is a non-native invasive small tree in the Simaroubaceae family. While it is native to China it has aggressively naturalized in many parts of the USA and all areas of North Carolina.

Tree-of-heaven (Ailanthus altissima), native to China, grows quickly and can ultimately reach up to 80-100’ in height. Tree-of-heaven was first introduced i ...

Intro: Tree-of-heaven, also known as ailanthus, Chinese sumac, and stinking shumac, is a rapidly growing, deciduous tree in the mostly tropical quassia family (Simaroubaceae). Mature trees can …

Ailanthus altissima, commonly called tree of heaven, is native to China and was introduced into New York City in 1820 as a street tree and food source for silkworm caterpillars.

Oct 23, 2024 · Tree-of-heaven (Ailanthus altissima). Photo: Richard Gardner, Bugwood.org. Invasive deciduous tree. The preferred host plant of invasive spotted lanternfly.

Jul 19, 2025 · Discover how to control, identify, and prevent the spread of ailanthus. A complete guide to its cultivation, risks, maintenance, and most important uses.