Sapium sebiferum

Chinese Tallow Tree

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Deciduous tree known for colorful autumn leaves and waxy white seeds. Primarily outdoor ornamental, unsuitable indoors due to rapid growth potential.
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Plant Details

Common Name Chinese Tallow Tree
Family Euphorbiaceae
Genus Sapium
Species Sebiferum
Origin China
Blooming Foliage plants, flowers in late spring to early summer followed by seed pods
Leaf Color Green turning yellow, orange and red in autumn
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-drained sandy loam or clay soil, tolerant of various pH levels

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Watering

Water regularly during establishment, drought tolerant once mature. Reduce watering in winter dormancy.

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Sunlight & Care

Requires full sun for best coloration and growth, tolerates partial shade but may grow leggy

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Fertilization

Apply balanced slow-release fertilizer in spring before new growth begins

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Pruning

Prune in late winter to maintain shape and remove dead wood

Pest Control Aphid Scale Insect Whitefly

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 3 months
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agriculture Harvesting Period 2 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
14° – 104°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
25% – 90%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
3000 – 60000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
500 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
10% – 70%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1500
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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