Tree of Heaven (Maharukh): The Captivatingly Controversial Tree
When it comes to fast-growing trees with global notoriety, the Tree of Heaven (scientific name: Ailanthus altissima)—locally known in parts of India as Maharukh or Maharun—stands tall, both literally and metaphorically. From ancient Chinese medicine to modern urban landscaping, this tree has journeyed continents and stirred contrasting opinions