What month does the Chinese tallow tree bloom? What are the medicinal values of the plants parasitic on it

The Chinese tallow tree (Triadica sebifera) is a colored-leaf tree species. Its bark is brown or gray, covered on the outside with a white waxy layer. Its diamond-shaped leaves are its main feature, with entire leaf margins and no fine serrations. The leaves are simple and alternate, and the leaf surface has a layer of wax, so it feels smooth to the touch. In spring and autumn the leaves turn a brilliant red, no less striking than the red maple. It is an economic tree species unique to China, with a cultivation history of more than 1,400 years.

In which season does the Chinese tallow tree bloom? The Chinese tallow tree blooms roughly from April to August. The flowering period lasts about 25 days. It is possible for the Chinese tallow tree to host parasitic plants, usually parasitizing the small-leaved banyan (Ficus microcarpa). What are the medicinal values of the plants parasitic on the Chinese tallow tree? They dispel wind and remove dampness; promote qi and invigorate blood. They mainly treat rheumatic arthralgia; stomach pain; uterine prolapse; and traumatic injuries.