Tree
Tree-of-Heaven (Candidate)
Ailanthus altissima · genus Ailanthus
Possible tree-of-heaven candidate at Portal 33 — an invasive nonnative tree; verify before any management action.
About
Description
Pinnate leaves/smooth-edged leaflets and reddish rachis raised the possibility. Critical lookalikes: native sumacs, black walnut and other compound-leaved trees.
Safety Cautions
Do not cut yet. Verify first. Cutting an established Tree-of-Heaven without a management plan can stimulate vigorous root suckering.
Not edible.
No known use.
Invasive nonnative tree capable of aggressive clonal spread and allelopathic effects if confirmed.
Edge/woodland
Portal 33 edge/woodland
Look for distinctive glandular teeth/notches near leaflet bases, crushed-leaf odor, bark and seed clusters.
Educational use only. Identification, edibility, and traditional medicinal knowledge is shared for learning. Always obtain positive identification before eating, harvesting, or medicinally using any plant or fungi. This Atlas is not medical advice.