Ailanthus altissima- Tree of Heaven

Ailanthus altissima

• Botanical name is Ailanthus(Aey, len, thiss) altissima. Common names are Tree of Heaven, Chinese Sumac and Stink Tree. It grows in Lahore. (USA hardiness zone 4a- 8b). It is an invasive plant and not recommended as a house plant. It is sighted in Jinnah Garden. Belongs to Simaroubaceae family. Used for silkworm, medicines and Chinese cuisine. 

Trunk brown. Photo by Rashad. 

Grows under sun and partial shade. 
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Average water. Photo by Rashad.

Bark striped. Nutty smell. 
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Large compound leaves. Photo by Rashad.

Bloom is green. Late spring and early summer.
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Foliage tree. Parts are poisonous. 
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Painted view. Deciduous. Photo by Rashad.

Grows up to 40 feet. Photo by Rashad.

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