Other common names:
Chinese Sumac, Tree of Heaven Other scientific names: Ailanthus glandulosus, Ailanthus peregrina, Toxicodendron altissimum French names:
Ailante glanduleux Family: Quassia Family (Simaroubaceae) Distinctive features: Tree;Large compound leaves with strong unpleaseant smell when crushed. Similar species: •
Staghorn Sumac (Rhus typhina) - leaves don't smell. Stems fuzzy. •
Smooth Sumac (Rhus glabra) - leaves smaller; resembles Staghorn Sumac (Rhus typhina). • Poison Sumac (Toxicodendron vernix) - grows in wet areas. Flowers: Summer Leaves: Alternate; Compound/Divided; Entire; Large. Strong unpleasant smell when crushed. Habitat:
Along edges of city lots; by the sides of buildings Books: Trees in Canada: 232 Native/Non-native:
Non-Native Status:
Common in cities
Notes:
Ailanthus can easily be mistaken for Sumac if one is not familiar with these trees. Also known as Tree Of Heaven, it is a native of Asia. See Also:
