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Chinese Tallow

Triadica sebifera

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Magnoliopsida ›Order: Malpighiales ›Family: Euphorbiaceae ›Genus: Triadica

About

Triadica sebifera, also known as Sapium sebiferum, is commonly known as the Chinese tallow, Chinese tallowtree, Florida aspen, chicken tree, gray popcorn tree, and candleberry tree. The tree is native to eastern Asia, and is most commonly associated with eastern China, Taiwan, and Japan. In these regions, the waxy coating of the seeds is used for candle and soap making, and the leaves are used as herbal medicine to treat boils. The plant sap and leaves...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Chinese Tallow?
The scientific name of Chinese Tallow is Triadica sebifera.
What kingdom does Chinese Tallow belong to?
Chinese Tallow belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does Chinese Tallow belong to?
Chinese Tallow belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does Chinese Tallow belong to?
Chinese Tallow belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does Chinese Tallow belong to?
Chinese Tallow belongs to the order Malpighiales.
What family does Chinese Tallow belong to?
Chinese Tallow belongs to the family Euphorbiaceae.
What genus does Chinese Tallow belong to?
Chinese Tallow belongs to the genus Triadica.