Articles related to "Ailanthus"

The Tree of Heaven, while it may be a heavenly plant in China, is not so angelic in areas outside its native range. It is an exotic invasive that is hard to control.

Certain types of trees have inner bark (and, in some cases, other parts) that exude a distinct, usually pleasant, odor that is specific to that species.

It's difficult for most trees to tolerate the pollution in city air and the pressure of trampling feet over their roots, so the number of urban species is limited.

A minority of trees have compound leaves, i.e., multiple leaflets on a single leaf stem, giving many species a feathery beauty and the student means of identification.

Descriptions and photos of five nonnative (alien) invasive tree species of Virginia. Focus on history, importance in built landscapes and, control and management.

Not all trees you find in a greenhouse are good for the environment. Take exotic invasive trees -- they are known to take over a landscape. Avoid them at all costs.

Nag champa incense is one of the most popular incenses in the world. Used extensively in religious ceremonies, it's also a meditative aid for the lone spiritualist.

What was once an elevated rail viaduct snaking high above Manhattan is slowly being converted into High Line Park connecting people with New York City's streets.

Shape, size and texture of leaves are easy to observe, but many tree species have leaves of similar shape, requiring careful observation for accurate identification.

First Royal then National, the Garden, or Kipos, of Athens was the creation of the first Queen of Greece and remains one of the Greek capital's few green spaces.