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Chinese Tallow

Chinese Tallow

Triadica sebifera

tree☀️ full sun💧 low waterZone 8a – Zone 10b

A fast-growing deciduous tree with attractive fall color and small flowers followed by waxy white berries. Highly invasive in warm climates; use with caution.

Overview

Form
Rounded
Growth Rate
fast
Size
25–45′ tall × 25–45′ wide
Dormancy
deciduous

Tolerances & Soil

moderate
Zone 8aZone 10b
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ColderWarmer
Zone range: Zone 8a to Zone 10b

Seasonality

Bloom Season

J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Season of Interest

SpringFall

Canopy

The tallest trees that form the overstory.

Sub-canopy

Smaller trees living beneath the canopy.

Succession Role

pioneerearly successional

Native Range

Central and Eastern China

Function & Care

biomass/mulchdynamic accumulator

Establishment & Care

Establishment
easy
Maintenance
low
Propagation
seed

Companion Planting

Plants well with