Land Plants - invasive

Tree of Heaven (Ailanthus altissima) on Aug 14, 2025

Submitter does not have a specimen

Description of specimen

Small beginning of the tree, could see the telltale “thumbs” on the leaves

Commentary

Hey Cristy,

Thanks for posting as it helps us understand the spread of these species through out the county. Unfortunately without a picture we can not confirm if your identification is correct. However you likely are as tree of heaven is widespread through out the county. Unfortunately due to this we do not have the funding to respond to Tree of Heaven reports. If you have access to the property her are some Best Management Practices for dealing with this plant.

https://conservationdistrict.org/2021/tree-of-heaven-isnt-heavenly.html

Coleman Hepner
Aug. 22, 2025, 7:53 a.m.