Tree-of-heaven

Ailanthus altissima

Ailanthus altissima, commonly known as tree of heaven or ailanthus tree, is a deciduous tree in the quassia family. It is native to northeast, central China, and Taiwan. Unlike other members of the genus Ailanthus, it is found in temperate climates rather than the tropics.

Scientific name

Ailanthus altissima

Family

Simaroubaceae

IUCN status

LC