Triplaris americana is naturally found in large swaths of South America, with its presence marked, among other regions, by the Amazon Basin and Andean foothills. While native to these ecologically diverse areas, triplaris americana has also been introduced to certain subtropical regions, where it is sometimes thought to be expanding its reach. Notably, in select locales outside its endemic range, triplaris americana may have an impact on ecosystems, requiring careful consideration to maintain biodiversity.