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Chinese Tallow Root System


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Chinese Tallow Root System. Chinese tallow was initially introduced to south carolina in the 1700s. It reduces the number and variety of native species in a location, altering the ecosystem’s structure and function.

Where Plants Rule November 2010
Where Plants Rule November 2010 from whereplantsrule.blogspot.com

Chinese tallow was initially introduced to south carolina in the 1700s. The tree requires moist soil for fast growth. The chinese tallow tree is also very popular in the honey making process for beekeepers all across the gulf coast.

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Where Plants Rule November 2010

The tree accepts clay, loam, or sandy soil, although it prefers acidic ph over alkaline. If you are concerned about chinese tallow invasiveness, you are not alone. They were thrown into boiling water to remove the wax, which was skimmed off and used to make candles. It reduces the number and variety of native species in a location, altering the ecosystem’s structure and function.

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