According to the laws of our country, no unit or individual is allowed to cut down, transplant or prune trees in the city without authorization, regardless of whether they have ownership. Because the trees in the city have already become a part of urban greening, they must be approved by the administrative department of urban landscaping before they can be cut down. Therefore, if your home is located in the urban area, you must apply for a felling permit to cut down trees.
Rural residents do not need to apply for a tree cutting license to cut scattered trees owned by individuals on private plots and in front of and behind houses. However, the collection and harvesting of first-and second-class wild plants and ancient trees protected by the state requires a cutting license according to law.
Phoebe bournei is a national second-class protected plant and shall not be cut down without authorization.