A sampling of Ailanthus altissima

It is time for a sampling of the second of four invasive plant species that are the subject of the project investigation. Our advisor, a botanist of the Istrian Botanical Society, said the following: “Tree of heaven (A. altissima) is just in the right phase for our needs!” So, we didn’t waste time! Despite the hot summer day, we visited several central, eastern and northern Istria locations, which will be soon followed by a tour of southern and western Istria. Because, believe it or not, we are most efficient at operating temperatures above 30 °C ☺