Chinese tallow tree
Honeybees avidly visit Chinese tallow for its abundant nectar and high-quality pollen, serving as a major spring honey flow that aids colony expansion in the Southeast. Peak bloom aligns with April to June, providing critical early-season forage. As an aggressive invasive in southern states, its removal efforts concern beekeepers who depend on it for surplus production.
| Nectar | high |
|---|---|
| Pollen | high |
| Bloom | April–June |
| USDA zones | 8-10 |
| Type | Perennial |
| Sun | full |
| Native | Eastern Asia — invasive in southeastern North America |