Euphaceae

Triatica serbiferal

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NAMING

Scientific Name: Triatica serbiferal
Family: Euphaceae (Milky sap)
Common: chinese tallow tree, popcorn tree

HABITAT

Category 1 Invasive
Originated from China, 1700’s as ornamental
Habitat: Wetter sites, swamps, marshes
Range: Southeastern US

TREE TRUNK

Size: 60 ft tall
Bark: tan

LEAVES

Simple
Alternate
Sub-rhombic
Apex is sharply accriminate.
Entire margins
Bird glands at base and peticle

REPRODUCTION

Flowers:
Fruit: woody capsule

USES

Commercial – Oil, biodiesels, ornamentals

TOLERANCES