Tree Of Heaven (Noun)
Meaning
Deciduous rapidly growing tree of China with foliage like sumac and sweetish fetid flowers; widely planted in United States as a street tree because of its resistance to pollution.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The tree of heaven is a popular choice for urban landscaping due to its ability to thrive in polluted environments.
- Tree of heaven was first introduced to the United States in the late 1700s as an ornamental tree and has since become naturalized in many areas.
- In its native China, the tree of heaven has been used for centuries in traditional medicine and as a source of food and shelter.
- Despite its many benefits, the tree of heaven is often considered an invasive species due to its rapid growth rate and ability to outcompete native plants.
- The sweetish, fetid flowers of the tree of heaven are a distinctive feature of the species, but are not always appreciated by those who live near them.