Popcorn trees have distinct, heart-shaped leaves, dangling yellow flowers, and fruit that looks like popcorn. The Chinese tallow tree is a popular ornamental because of its fast growth rate, attractive …

Triadica sebifera is a tree native to eastern Asia (Chinese 乌桕, wū jiù). It is commonly called Chinese tallow, [2] Chinese tallowtree, Florida aspen, chicken tree, gray popcorn tree, [3] or candleberry tree. [4]

Another common name, Chinese tallow tree, comes from the use of the seed to make an oil or vegetable tallow. The leaves turn an attractive bright red in the fall.

Chinese tallow (tallow tree or popcorn tree; Triadica sebifera) is a small- to medium-sized tree first introduced to the U.S. from southern Asia in the 1700s for its ornamental qualities.

Characterized by rapid growth and prolific seed production, it is an extremely competitive invasive plant. Tallowtree is commonly grown in the United States as an ornamental because of its yellow flowers, …

Learn more about Chinese Tallow (Popcorn Tree). View plant photos, descriptions, maps, treatment options, and more.

Chinese Tallow Trees are considered invasive in Arkansas. Learn how to identify, treat, and stop the spread of this invasive plant.

Nov 14, 2024 · Chinese tallow (Triadica sebifera, formerly Sapium sebifera) is an invasive species in the southeastern United States. It is also commonly referred to as “tallow tree” or “popcorn tree.”

PLANT: Tallow tree also known as Chinese tallow tree, or Popcorn tree (Triadica sebifera or Sapium sebiferum), is native to Asia. IDENTIFICATION: A deciduous tree that can grow 60 ft tall and 3 ft in …

Chinese tallow tree (Triadica sebifera) is a nonnative, invasive tree whose decaying leaf litter alters water quality and the microbial community in the wetland habitats.