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Aleurites fordii, commonly known as the Chinese mahogany or oil tree, is a tree native to China's central and southern regions, Hainan, Myanmar, and Vietnam. Aleurites fordii (Latin: Aleurites fordii, family Euphorbiaceae) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Aleurites fordii is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Aleurites fordii is a member of the Euphorbiaceae family native to CHN, CHC, CHS, CHH, MYA, and VIE. Aleurites fordii thrives in full to partial sun, requiring moist, well-draining soil that is light (sandy) to medium in texture.
Aleurites fordii grows best in USDA zone 8-10, full sun, partial sun/shade light, and moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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