Tree of Heaven *

Ailanthus altissima

Family: Simaroubaceae (QUASSIA, SIMAROUBA).
Other common names: stink tree.
Generic common name: AILANTHUS.

Location: Encinal Canyon Road: disturbed margin near chaparral, June 2009.

Characteristics: non-Native, White, Small, Clusters, Simple, Woody, Perennial, Late Spring.

Note: Invasive exotic

The flower forms include male, female, and perfect. Further, these can occur in various combinations on individuals.