The Pamphlet Collection of Sir Robert Stout: Volume 6
Ailantus glandulosa, L
Ailantus glandulosa, L.
S.E. Asia. A hardy deciduous tree, 60 feet high, of rather rapid growth, and of very imposing aspect in any landscape. Particularly valuable on account of its leaves, which afford food to a silkworm Bombyx Cynthia), peculiar to this tree; wood pale yellow, of silky lustre when planed, and therefore valued for joiners' work. In South Europe planted for avenues.