Mesic to dry upland forests and woodlands, and montane alluvial forests; particularly abundant in the extensive shale districts of the wc. Ridge and Valley region. Common in the Virginia mountains; infrequent in the Piedmont; rare in the Coastal Plain. Introduced in Henrico County
This plant supports Imperial Moth (Eacles imperialis) larvae. Its seeds are favored by black bears, rabbits, red squirrels, and many birds. The bark is eaten by mammals such as beavers, porcupines, rabbits, and mice. The tree also serves as a shelter for many birds and small mammals
High Value Generalist
Earth Sangha lists this plant as a "High Value Generalist" because it is easy to grow, occurs across a wide range of habitats and is known to be of high value to wildlife
Highly flammable and should not be planted within the defensible space of your home.
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