Chinese Tallow Tree
Triadica Sebifera
Overview
The Chinese Tallow Tree (Triadica sebifera) is a fast-growing, deciduous tree reaching up to 40 feet tall. Its leaves turn a vivid red-orange in fall, providing a striking display. It has a moderate canopy spread of about 30 feet and produces seed-containing, white-waxy tallow that attracts birds. Prefers full sun to partial shade and adapts to various soil types. Caution: Considered invasive in some areas.
Sun Full, Half, ShadeWater Low, Medium, Very LowZones 9–10Type TreeClimate Temperate
Culture
- Sun
- Full, Half, Shade
- Water
- Low, Medium, Very Low
- USDA zones
- 9–10
Shape & size
Classification
- Type
- Tree
- Family
- Euphorbiaceae
- Climate
- Temperate
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