Sapium sebiferum

Chinese Tallow Tree, Popcorn Tree

Family: Euphorbiaceae Spurge


Type Tree
USDA Hardiness range 8A - 11
Exposure Full sun
Bloom color Yellow
Bloom time Spring
Water needs Wet
Height 25' to 40' / 7.60m to 12.20m
Spread 25' to 35' / 7.60m to 10.60m
Growth rate Fast
Persistence Deciduous, broadleaf
Bloom attributes Attracts butterflies
Leaf color Green
Fruit color Brown, white
Soil pH requirements Acidic, neutral, alkaline, slightly alkaline
Soil type Sandy, clay, loamy
Form Oval
Attributes and features Attracts birds, invasive, naturalizing