Identifying invasive tree-of-heaven (Ailanthus altissima) seedlings vs root sprouts #invasive #invasiveplants #blueridgeprism #virginia #treeofheaven #ailanthus | Blue Ridge PRISM

Tree of heaven (Ailanthus altissima) is an extremely bad invasive plant and it spreads quickly and easily. It takes over native plants and other vegetation, and damages foundations and pavements. It spreads all over neighborhoods because mature trees can have up to 300,000 seeds on it. 😳😭This species is the main host for the spotted lantern fly, which can kill native trees like maple and black walnut, and agricultural crops.Many people have no idea they have this on their property and how ser