The Invasive Chinese Tallow Tree

From U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service Southwest Region:

Since its introduction in the 1700s, the invasive Chinese tallow tree has significantly altered the composition of Texas coastal prairies and forests due to its ability to rapidly out-compete native species. It invades disturbed soils, including those that have been cultivated, and quickly grows to dense stands that shade out other vegetation. For neotropical migratory birds, waterbirds and even grassland birds, this #invasivespecies is replacing healthy habitat with poor-quality, low nutrient habitat. #nisaw

You can do your part to stop the spread of this invasive species by opting to plant native trees on your property instead of exotic, ornamental trees like the Chinese tallow. If you live in Texas, this helpful guide can help you choose a native tree:http://bit.ly/2lTslso

Learn more about the Chinese tallow from the USDA’s National Invasive Species Information Center: http://bit.ly/2lTurbP

U.S. Department of Agriculture Texas A&M Forest Service National Invasive Species Awareness Week

Photo credit: Cheryl McCormick/University of Florida/Bugwood.org 




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